Florida Bill Would Let Florida Men Shoot Down Intrusive Drones

Drones' increasing popularity in Florida has raised privacy concerns, prompting a new bill that allows property owners to take "reasonable force" against drones deemed to be encroaching on their personal space if they fly below 500 feet. The measure seeks to expand no-fly zones and protect privacy while addressing potential misuse of the technology. Currently, Florida prohibits unauthorized surveillance but doesn't apply to drones registered with the FAA, which are regulated similarly to aircraft by the federal agency. The bill, which has passed committee review without opposition, aims to balance privacy concerns with addressing possible misuse under federal law.