Drones and the Fourth Amendment

This presentation will navigate the evolving intersection of unmanned aerial surveillance (UAS or drone) technology and the Fourth Amendment. This dynamic presentation will delve into the current legal landscape for UAS, examining relevant cases and court interpretations for manned flights. The speaker will then share how these foundational cases are being applied to UAS systems, along with predictions on future court directions. Additionally, the speaker will cover the role of state laws in creating more restrictive guidelines in response to the lack of direct case law due to the challenges courts face in applying the Fourth Amendment to UAS usage. This is a must-attend presentation for those who oversee a law enforcement UAS program.