The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 626.19, subdivision 3, to authorize law enforcement agencies to use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in specific situations. The new legal language allows for the use of UAVs "in risk of, or for purposes of, the lawful pursuit of a fleeing suspect." This addition expands the circumstances under which UAVs can be deployed, enhancing law enforcement's ability to respond to fleeing suspects.

In addition to the new insertion, the bill also makes several deletions and renumbering of existing provisions. Specifically, the previous provisions regarding the use of UAVs in situations where credible intelligence indicates a risk, as well as for operational planning and recovery operations, have been renumbered. The overall intent of the bill is to improve public safety by providing law enforcement with more tools to manage emergencies and pursue suspects effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 626.19