What To Do If A Drone Hovers Near Your Windows In Utah

If you see a drone flying over your house or property, or even worse, near your windows, it is against Utah law. You can contact the authorities but you should not try to damage the drone and bring it down on your own.

What Constitutes Trespassing with Drones?

It is against the law to fly a drone over private property without permission in Utah. It is part of the trespass laws in the state. If the property is not open to the public, and the owner expects privacy, then a drone flying over is trespassing.

The law also gets into the details of voyeurism and using a drone to harass or intimidate someone. Any damage done will be paid by the operator and a fine up to $500. So, what should you do if you see a suspicious drone?

Steps to Take If You Spot a Suspicious Drone

Take pictures of the drone and the operator if you can find them. Document everything that happens and contact local authorities. You can also report the incident to the FAA that has rules nationally for where drones can be flown.

What you should not do is go grab your shotgun and shoot the buzzing bird out of the sky. Shooting at a drone will get you some charges. Along those lines, you shouldn't try to damage the drone or its operator.

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There are many rules on the books both nationally and in Utah for flying drones. If you find a nuisance aircraft bothering your family or animals, a quick call to the police should take care of things.