If You See a Drone Flying Overhead on Your Property

• DO report to local law enforcement immediately.

• DO NOT use force or touch/shoot the drones. The FAA classifies Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) – or drones – as aircraft. In some jurisdictions, willfully shooting at an aircraft is punishable by up to 20 years in jail. The FAA has jurisdiction above ground, and local authorities can only take action if the drone is peeking into your house.

• DO take photographs and videotape the drone, if possible.

• DO try to get any serial numbers you can find on the drone (if you can get close enough), because the FAA requires owners of drones between .55 lbs. and 55 lbs. to register their crafts.

• DO approach any vehicles that may be near your property to learn who they are and what they’re business is near your property in a respectful manner.

• DO film the activists and their drones – you are legally allowed to do so. Be aware that they will always have cameras/recorders present – even hidden.

• DO contact your dairy cooperative, state/regional trade association to alert them of the situation.

Steps for Addressing Drones on Your Property

• DO contact local law enforcement to begin a dialog and ask for their recommendations. The technology is outpacing the law, so local/state law enforcement have likely never faced these situations before.

• DO post “no trespassing” signs on your property.

• DO register your home as a "No Fly Zone" for participating drone manufacturers. It's been reported that this ability for business addresses is coming soon.