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Drones

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West Virginia statewide rule

West Virginia (61-16-2(a)) makes it a misdemeanor to operate a drone to capture images/audio of another person or private property, without permission, invading a reasonable expectation of privacy.

§ code.wvlegislature.gov
Verified Jul 7, 2026Reviewed
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