This bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code to include regulations regarding the use of robots by law enforcement agencies. Notably, it introduces a definition for "robot," describing it as an artificial object or system that utilizes technology to sense, process, and act, including associated elements and artificial intelligence technologies. The bill also expands the limitations on the use of unmanned aerial vehicles to include robots, stipulating that information obtained from these devices is not admissible in legal proceedings unless acquired under specific conditions, such as a search warrant or exceptions to the warrant requirement.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for obtaining a warrant for the use of unmanned aerial vehicles or robots, which must include a data collection statement detailing the authorization, operational locations, duration, and types of data collected. It specifies exceptions for the use of these technologies in certain situations, such as border patrol, exigent circumstances, and environmental disasters. The bill prohibits the use of armed unmanned aerial vehicles or robots and mandates documentation of their use, including flight details and data retention policies. Overall, the legislation aims to establish clear guidelines for the deployment of robotic technologies in law enforcement while safeguarding individual rights.

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Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for House Judiciary Committee: 29-29.4-01, 29-29.4-02, 29-29.4-03, 29-29.4-04, 29-29.4-05, 29-29.4-06
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 29-29.4-01, 29-29.4-02, 29-29.4-03, 29-29.4-04, 29-29.4-05, 29-29.4-06