Guest post by Dan Eylon, Skytech Systems — The following is an abstract from a paper by Dan Eylon "Law Enforcement Drones - Applications and Ownership." Remote Piloted Airborne Systems (RPAS), more commonly known as drones, are a “must have” for emergency management and law enforcement activities. As support tools, these assets lead to quicker and more efficient … [Read more...] about Law Enforcement and Emergency Management Drones
Law Enforcement
Connecticut Police Fear State Proposals Could Down Drone Plans
For many police agencies in Connecticut, a drone program tops their wish lists for dozens of reasons. Echoing public-safety officials across the U.S. and the world, police chiefs in the Constitution State recognize the value of drones for search-and-rescue, suspect pursuit and traffic control. But several are leery of potential state proposals that could shoot down police drone … [Read more...] about Connecticut Police Fear State Proposals Could Down Drone Plans
APB – Drones Meet Law Enforcement in Fox Crime Drama
APB, a new crime drama launching on Fox later this month, offers an interesting and fairly realistic prediction of how drone technology could be applied in the world of law enforcement. Gideon Reeves is a billionaire used to getting what he wants, when he wants it. That much is clear in a matter of minutes. He's also the CEO of a leading technology company and knows a thing … [Read more...] about APB – Drones Meet Law Enforcement in Fox Crime Drama
LA County Sheriff Will Use Drones For Search and Rescue
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has joined the ranks of major metropolitan agencies adopting drone technology for search-and-rescue and hazardous operations. Sheriff Jim McDonnell told reporters last week that the agency received FAA approval to deploy drones for “search and rescue, explosive ordnance detection, hazardous materials incidents, disaster response, … [Read more...] about LA County Sheriff Will Use Drones For Search and Rescue
California Sheriff Launches New Drone Program
Another California police agency is adding drones to its public-safety arsenal. The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office recently announced the launch of a drone program after first buying one in March. Over the past nine months, the department has been crafting official policies and procedures for the safe use of the drone during law enforcement and emergency response … [Read more...] about California Sheriff Launches New Drone Program
