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Unmanned aerial vehicle in Iowa Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session

In Iowa criminal law, “Unmanned aerial vehicle” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Iowa criminal code.

What does “Unmanned aerial vehicle” mean in Iowa criminal law?

“Unmanned aerial vehicle” means a vehicle or device that uses aerodynamic forces to achieve flight and is piloted remotely. 2. (Iowa Code § 719.9)

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Related terms in the same statutes

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