Recreational drone operation in North Dakota is governed primarily by FAA Part 107 and the FAA Reauthorization Act, with NDCC 2-05.2 adding state-level criminal restrictions on weaponization and surveillance.
Recreational drone pilots must register with the FAA, fly under 400 feet, maintain visual line of sight, and pass the TRUST safety test. North Dakota Century Code Chapter 2-05.2 establishes state offenses for using drones to harass hunters, conduct surveillance, or weaponize the aircraft. NDCC 12.1-15-02 also prohibits voyeuristic surveillance via drone. Federal law preempts most local airspace and operational regulation, though cities may regulate launch and landing on city property. State law requires warrants for most law enforcement drone surveillance.
Weaponizing a drone is a class C felony under NDCC 2-05.2. FAA violations carry civil penalties up to $27,500 per violation plus criminal exposure.
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