The proposed legislation enacts new provisions regarding the unlawful use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in Louisiana, specifically addressing their use at parades. It introduces definitions for "mitigation measures" and "nefarious manner," which outline actions taken to neutralize UAS threats and the illegal purposes for which these systems may be used. Law enforcement agencies are granted the authority to implement reasonable mitigation measures against UAS operating in a nefarious manner, including detection, tracking, and interception methods, provided there is reasonable suspicion of criminal activity or imminent threats to public safety.
Additionally, the bill establishes the crime of unlawful use of a UAS at a parade, defining the parameters of such an offense and stipulating penalties, including fines and imprisonment. It mandates the posting of "Drone No Fly Zone" notices along parade routes and clarifies that ignorance of the law is not a valid defense. Exceptions are made for UAS used in authorized film productions. The act is officially titled the "We Will Act" Act and includes provisions for the Louisiana State Law Institute to update relevant legal definitions and cross-references.