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The sky must have limits—counter-drone technology and regulation

Published on: 27 March 2019
Published by a LexisNexis TMT expert

Table of contents

  • In the recent airport drone incidents, why didn’t the police simply shoot the drones out of the sky?
  • What is counter-drone technology and how does it work?
  • What are the key legal issues arising in relation to the use of counter-drone technology?
  • Are there any forthcoming legal developments which will assist in preventing the serious misuse of drones?

Article summary

TMT analysis: In light of global drone attacks on airports and the recent introduction of new measures to combat drone misuse by the UK government, Ruhi Sethi-Smith, barrister at Forum Chambers, looks at the legal implications of counter-drone technology and regulation.

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