Oregon Statutes 837.995 – Crimes involving unmanned aircraft systems; penalties
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(1) A person commits a Class A felony if the person possesses or controls an unmanned aircraft system and intentionally causes, or attempts to cause, the unmanned aircraft system to fire a bullet or other projectile at an aircraft while the aircraft is in the air.
Attorney's Note
Under the Oregon Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A felony | up to 20 years | up to $375,000 |
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $125,000 |
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 837.995
- Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100
- United States: includes territories, outlying possessions and the District of Columbia. See Oregon Statutes 174.100
(2) A person who intentionally interferes with, or gains unauthorized control over, an unmanned aircraft system licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration, or operated by the Armed Forces of the United States as defined in ORS § 352.313, an agency of the United States or a federal, state or local law enforcement agency, commits a Class C felony. [2013 c.686 § 13; 2015 c.315 § 13; 2023 c.114 § 2]
See note under 837.300.