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Senate committee backs tougher penalties for drone use in felony crimes
Summary
The Senate Committee on Transportation and Culture and the Arts recommended passage of SB 282, which increases penalties when uncrewed aircraft are used to further the commission of a felony; prosecutors urged the change citing investigative and grading concerns under existing law.
The Senate Committee on Transportation and Culture and the Arts recommended passage of Senate Bill 282 Wednesday after hearing testimony that the measure would strengthen penalties for using uncrewed aircraft—commonly called drones—to facilitate felonies.
Daniel Hugo, representing the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney for the City and County of Honolulu, told the committee…
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