Drone Laws
in Vermont (2023)

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Federal Drone Laws

The Federal Aviation Administration controls where you can fly your drone
and under what conditions throughout the United States. You should become familar with the FAA's rules before flying.

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Vermont State Drone Laws
These laws apply in the entire state.

Code of Statutes Title 10 Appendix Chapter 1

  • Prohibits the use of drones to locate, surveil, or aid or assist in attempting to locate or surveil any wild animal.
  • Prohibits the use of drone to drive or harass any wild animal.

Ref Code of Statutes Title 10 Appendix Chapter 1

 

Vermont Statutes Section 4622

  • Prohibits the weaponization of drones.
  • Regulates the use of drones by law enforcement agencies. The use of drones to gather or keep personal data on private citizens peacefully exercising their constitutional rights shall be prohibited. The use of a drone to gather information for an investigation, detection, or prosecution of crimes is also prohibited.

Ref Vermont Statutes Section 4622

City and County
Drone Laws
These laws apply in some areas.

Local drone laws in Vermont refer to policies and regulations that are enacted and enforced at the county, city, or town levels.

 

Town of Colchester

Prohibits landing, launching, or operating a drone within park property except in emergency law enforcement situations or if permission has been secured from the Director.

Ref Town Charter Sec 9-48

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