The amendment adds a condition to the bill that allows people to use drones legally for business reasons.
Wyoming2025Did Not Pass
HB0251
Trespass by Drone Law
Last scannedOct 6, 2026, 2:19 AM
In one sentence
The bill proposes creating a new law that makes it illegal to fly a drone below 200 feet over private property without permission, and sets penalties for this offense.
What it does
- Creates the crime of trespassing with a drone if flown at an altitude of 200 feet or lower over private land or residence without authorization from the owner or resident.
- Defines a 'drone' as an unmanned aircraft weighing up to 55 pounds on takeoff, including any attachments.
- Makes criminal trespass by drone punishable by up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $750, or both.
Who it affects
- People who own private land or homes
- Individuals and businesses that use drones
Limits and unknowns
- The bill did not pass and was not considered for further action.
- Since it did not pass, there is no effective date.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Drone
- An unmanned aircraft weighing up to 55 pounds on takeoff, including any attachments.
- Criminal Trespass by Drone
- The act of flying a drone at an altitude of 200 feet or lower over private property without permission from the owner or resident.
Official record
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Why lawmakers voted
Last checked Aug 5, 3:17 AM
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Wyoming roll calls
Recorded votes
1 roll call
H05 - Agriculture:Recommend Do Pass 6-3-0-0-02025-02-06 · House6 yes 3 no
Official activity
Bill history
- H COW:H Did not consider for COWHouse
- H Placed on General FileHouse
- H05 - Agriculture:Recommend Do Pass 6-3-0-0-0House
- H Introduced and Referred to H05 - AgricultureHouse
- H Received for IntroductionHouse
- Bill Number AssignedLSO
Changes
Amendments
1 stored