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Illinois State Drone Laws
Illinois State Drone Laws
SB 2937
SB 2937
Makes it easier for law enforcement and emergency response to use drones in cases of emergencies. This also requires law enforcement to follow warrant procedures when acquiring information obtained from private drones.
HB 1652
HB 1652
Prohibits drones from interfering with hunters or fishermen.
SB 1587
SB 1587
Allows drones to be used by law enforcement with a warrant to thwart terrorist attackts, prevent harm to life, or prevent escape of a suspect. Additionally, law enforcement is required to destroy all information gathered by the drone within 30 days with the exception of information that may contain evidence of criminal activity.
SB 3291
SB 3291
This law gives the State of Illinois the sole authority to pass drone laws. Cities, towns, and other municipalities cannot enact regulations or restrictions on drone usage with an exemption for municipalities with over one million residents.
Local Drone Laws in Illinois
Local Drone Laws in Illinois
Chicago
Chicago
Administrative Code § 10-126(c) // 2017
Drones can only take off and land in designated by the department of transportation or the port of New York authority. Drones cannot be used to display advertising, including towing a banner. Disallows flying under the influence.
Code of Ordinance Sec 706.11
Drones cannot be flown within 1000 ft. of correctional facilities.
Village of Schaumburg
Village of Schaumburg
Ordinance No. 15-070
Use of drones within 100 feet of the perimeter of any village property or on any village right-of-way during a special event is prohibited.
City of Evanston
City of Evanston
Resolution 27-R-13
Enacts a moratorium on drone use until federal or state legislation passes “reasonable” drone regulations.
Crystal Lake Park District
Crystal Lake Park District
Park Ordinance 2015
Prohibits drone use on any Park District properties except with express permission from special Park District programs or in designated areas. Law enforcement is exempt from the rule. Fines range from $75-100.
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