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California Drones Near Prisons & Critical Infrastructure (2026)

Restricted: California Penal Code 4577 makes operating a drone on or above a state prison, jail, or juvenile facility an infraction ($500).

RestrictedVerified Jul 7, 2026

California Penal Code 4577 makes operating a drone on or above a state prison, jail, or juvenile facility an infraction ($500).

Official source: leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →

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