Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that limits the use of manned and unmanned aircraft.

Highlights:

• Prohibits an individual, entity, or state agency from using a manned aircraft, drone, or unmanned aircraft for the following purposes (Sec. A):
• To gather evidence or other information pertaining to criminal conduct without a warrant; or
• To conduct surveillance or observation on any individual or property without the consent of the individual or property owner.

• Authorizes a law enforcement agency to use a manned aircraft, drone, or unmanned aircraft if “exigent circumstances” exist (Sec. A).

• Specifies that “exigent circumstances” exist if a law enforcement agency possesses “reasonable” suspicion that, under particular circumstances, swift action is necessary to prevent loss of life (Sec. A).

• Authorizes a Missouri-based higher education institution to use a manned aircraft, drone, or unmanned aircraft to conduct educational research or a training program with the United States Department of Defense (Sec. A). 

• Prohibits any information obtained in violation of this bill from being used as admissible evidence in any court of law (Sec. A).

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