New rules for local law enforcement using drone-countermeasure technology
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The Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security have issued an interim final rule that sets the ground rules for how local, state, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies can use technology to detect or stop drones. This follows the SAFER SKIES Act, which gave these agencies the legal authority to act against unmanned aircraft.
Why it matters: This is an administrative framework that turns a legal authority into a practical set of operating procedures. It tells local police and correctional officers exactly what they need to do—and what they aren’t allowed to do—if they want to use electronic tools to interfere with drones.
Who it affects
- State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies
This rule was issued by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security; readers should consult the Federal Register for full technical requirements and compliance details.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Justice Department
Source: Federal Register — read the official document