House Bill No. [insert number] aims to enact Code of Evidence Article 902.1, which establishes guidelines for the self-authentication of footage captured by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operated by law enforcement agencies. The bill stipulates that parties intending to introduce such footage at trial must provide written notice at least 45 days before the trial begins, along with a certificate that includes details about the footage, the operator, and the conditions under which it was recorded. The bill applies to various legal proceedings, including criminal cases, juvenile court cases, family court proceedings involving criminal matters, and civil forfeiture proceedings.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for defendants to demand the testimony of the UAS operator, which must be done within specific timeframes. If a demand is not made in a timely manner, the footage will be considered self-authenticating and admissible at trial without the operator's testimony. The bill also includes provisions for extending time periods for filing demands under certain circumstances and defines key terms related to electronic signatures, footage, law enforcement agencies, and unmanned aircraft systems.