Tenn. Code § 38-8-134

Current through Acts 2023-2024, ch. 1069
Section 38-8-134 - Section definitions - Development of drone policy - Use of drone by qualified officer
(a) As used in this section:
(1) "Drone" has the same meaning as defined in § 39-13-609; and
(2) "Law enforcement agency" has the same meaning as defined in § 39-13-609.
(b) By January 1, 2024, except as provided in subsection (c), each law enforcement agency shall develop and enforce a policy that prohibits an officer from using a drone or other substantially similar device as a weapon under any circumstances while in the exercise of the officer's official duties.
(c) A law enforcement agency shall permit an officer qualified to operate a drone to utilize a drone or a substantially similar device for the purpose of remotely detonating a bomb or similar incendiary or explosive device.

T.C.A. § 38-8-134

Added by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 326, s 1, eff. 4/28/2023.