MV Law 18-25

Question 1

What is chapter 18 of the motor vehicle law book have to do with?

Answer 1

School buses, student safety, and motors responsibilities.

Question 2

What are the requirements for stopping for school buses?

Answer 2

All vehicles must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and not proceed until flashing lights are deactivated. This is to include emergency vehicles And trackless trolley covered.

Question 3

testWhat are the only two exceptions to Stopping for a school bus?

Answer 3

1) When a police officer signals an operator to proceed

2) Cars are approaching from the opposite direction on a divided highway.

Question 4

** test** How far does everyone have to keep back from a school bus?

Answer 4

No vehicle may operate less than 100 feet behind a school bus. Every school bus shall have the words “keep back 100 feet“ permanent prominently displayed on the back of the bus, in large and dark letters so that the words are legible at a distance of 100 feet. The penalty under chapter 90 section 14 is CMVI $40.

Question 5

What is improper idling on school grounds?

Answer 5

Under chapter 90 section 16B.
-no motorist or vehicle owner caused, allowed or permitted
- to prolong idling of a motor vehicle engine,
- on school grounds.
School grounds under this chapter and Section is on or within 100 feet of the real property of the school whether or not it is in session, including any athletic field or facility in any playground use for school purposes or functions. The exemptions under 540 CMR 27.00 a motorist cannot I don’t want to go property Unless:
-Waiting in line to pick up or discharge students
-School buses may idol For three minutes, and motor vehicle for one minute, and any 15 minute period.

Question 6

What does chapter 19 of the motor vehicle I have to do with?

Answer 6

Railroads and Street railways.

Question 7

* test*What are motorist and citizen safety requirements for railroads and Street railways?

Answer 7

All operators must stop no later than 15 feet and no more than 50 feet from the closest track when:
-When approaching flashing red signals
-For a lowered railroad gate
-For a railroad employee waving a red flag.
For failure to slow crossing elevated rail Road, fail to cross railroad at reasonable rate of speed Is covered under chapter 90 section 15 with the penalty of CMVI of $205 or 50 hours of community service.

Question 8

* test*What are special or additional stopping rules for school buses or any vehicle carry explosives or flammable liquids?

Answer 8

Under chapter 90 section 15 both bus and vehicle with explosives or flammables must stop no less than 15 feet or no more than 50 feet from the closest track, and proceed only when it’s safe to do so. For school buses school bus drivers must also open service door. The penalty under chapter 90 section 15 is CMVI $505 or 100 hours of community service.

Question 9

What are railroad/transit staff responsibilities?

Answer 9

Under chapter 90 section 15 railroad train must sound horn within 1500 feet of a highway. The penalty under chapter 90 section 15 is CMVI $205.

Question 10

What does chapter 20 of the motor vehicle I have to deal with?

Answer 10

Low speed vehicles or LSV’s.

Question 11

New What is chapter 90 section 1F have to do with?

Answer 11

Under chapter 90 section 1F, low speed vehicles LSV, are vehicles defined maximum operation speed of 30 mph -example golf cart on steroids.

• Every dealer who sells, leases or rents LSV must provide a written disclosure about the regulations pertaining to the LSV.
• And chapter 90 section 1G failure to do so results in a fine of $30 for each occurrence. This vehicle also complies with federal safety standards, manufacture installs NHTSA plate indicating LSV.

Question 12

What is a LUV?

Answer 12

Under chapter 90 section 1H, LUV is a limited used vehicle. The operating speed is between 30 and 40 miles an hour which includes a variety of vehicle styles. There are so many varieties of LUV is that chapter 19 section 1I. Was enacted. It states that the registrar may register a three wheeled motor vehicle as a motorcycle, even though the operator and passenger ride within an enclosed cab. The registrar may also issue a distinctive plate. This section is deliberately Vague because the registrar must decide how to handle these motorcycle hybrids. These vehicles also comply with federal safety standards. The manufacturer installs an NHTS a plate indicates LUV). 40 mph is the maximum speed for these vehicles.

Question 13

What kind of roads can a LSV go on?

Answer 13

LSV can go on all public Waze except if the speed limit is more than 30 mph or a limited access highway. Route violation of $80 citation under section 1F. An LSV may cross a public way with a speed limit between 30 and 45 mph, provided it’s an intersection with signals or a stop sign, and the LSV is crossing to another street with the maximum speed of 30 mph.

Question 14

What kind of road can an LUV go on?

Answer 14

A limited use vehicle can go on all public Waze except if the speed limit is more than 40 mph or a limited access highway. There’s no provision for route violations for this vehicle. A LUV may cross a public way with the speed limit between 40 and 55 mph, Provided it is an intersection with signals or a stop sign.

Question 15

What are the operation limitations for LSV’s and LUV’s?

Answer 15

There are no hours of operation limitations for these vehicles.

Question 16

What is required for registration, inspection, insurance for a LSV?

Answer 16

A low speed vehicle must have a title, registration, insurance, and an annual inspection. Must have a special plate of LSV, and it must display “slow triangle” emblem on it.

Question 17

What are the requirements for a registration, inspection, insurance for a LUV?

Answer 17

A limited used vehicle must also have a title, registration, insurance, and annual inspection. Must also have a special LUV plate.

Question 18

What are the operator mandates of LSV’s and LUV’s?

Answer 18

All LUV an LSV operators are required to either have a license or a permit. All LSV in LUV operators are also subject to arrest just like regular motorist, if they operate without a license or learners permit, or with a suspended or revoked one, or if they failed To stop for a police officer or leave the scene or use without authority. Basically just like a regular motor vehicle.

Question 19

Are there helmet requirements for LSV or LUV drivers or passengers?

Answer 19

No helmets required.

Question 20

Hi there seatbelt requirements for an LSV or LUV?

Answer 20

Yes they both require seatbelt use.

Question 21

What are the speeding definitions for an LSV?

Answer 21

Even though LSV’s can go 30 mph if you go over 25 mph you were considered speeding. You’ll be issued a chapter 90 see citation under section 17 or 18.

Question 22

What is speeding to find for LUV?

Answer 22

Speeding in an LUV is anything over 40 mph. You may be issued a chapter 90 see citation under section 17 or 18 as well.

Question 23

RLSVNLUV’s subject to traffic laws?

Answer 23

Yes for both. You would use chapter 89 or 90 violations in standard motor vehicle citation amounts.

Question 24

Can you be oui while driving an LSV or LUV?

Answer 24

Yes if you operate on a public way you can be charged OUI.

Question 25

What does chapter 21 of the motor vehicle Iaw have to deal with?

Answer 25

Chapter 21 deals with pedestrians.

Question 26

What are the rules for drivers in relations to pedestrians

Answer 26

Failure to yield, slow or stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk that are on the same half of the way as a vehicle, or approaching from the opposite half of the way within 10 feet of the vehicles Lane. Under chapter 89 section 11 the penalty for this would be CMV $205. Important to know:
Even if traffic control signal is green at an intersection, operators still must yield to pedestrians who were using a marked crosswalk.

Question 27

What is the charge for improper passing of a vehicle which was stopped for a pedestrian crosswalk under chapter 89 section 11?

Answer 27

And the chapter 89 section 11 the CMV I would be $205. There’s no passing a vehicle stop for a pedestrian.

Question 28

What are the requirements for crosswalks for a motor vehicle?

Answer 28

Vehicles must not block crosswalks. A motorist must not drive his vehicle into a crosswalk when he cannot proceed. This is covered under chapter 89 section 11 and he carries a CMVI of $205. Can’t block crosswalk

Question 29

What happens to a motorist who fails to slow for pedestrian?

Answer 29

End of chapter 19 section 14 a motorist approaching a pedestrian upon the traveled part of the way and not up on the sidewalk, must slow down. If you don’t under chapter 90 section 14 the penalty will be CMV I have $40.

Question 30

What must a motor stew if a blind pedestrian is crossing a crosswalk?

Answer 30

When approaching a blind person guided by a dog or carrying a cane, motorist must bring his or her vehicle to a complete stop and not proceed until it’s safe to do so. This is covered under chapter 90 section 14A with a penalty of CMV I of $505.

Question 31

What is the penalty for opening a door near pedestrian?

Answer 31

Under chapter 90 section 14 no person shall open the door of a motor vehicle unless it can be done safely without interfering with the movement of other traffic, bicycle, or pedestrians. Drivers and passengers can be cited for doing this. Under chapter 90 section 14 carries a penalty of CMVI $105.

Question 32

What Is the definition of pedestrians?

Answer 32

Under chapter 90 section 18 a defines a pedestrian as any person in or on any conveyance, other than a bicycle, constructed and designed for propulsion by human muscular power, as well as a person on foot. Basically it’s anyone walking or in a wheelchair.

Question 33

What are the rules for pedestrians?

Answer 33

Under chapter 90 section 18 a give cities and towns right create regulations governing pedestrian conduct. Therefore the first task of an officer is to find out whether his community has regulations. For state highways and turnpikes if officers are policing these they may use the Apple bowl set of CMR regulations chapter 720 for state highways and 700 for turnpikes in Tunnels.

Question 34

What are pedestrian violations for state highways in turnpikes?

Answer 34

Pedestrians are prohibited on highways if it’s posted. Otherwise pedestrians are allowed. Under 720 CMR 9.08 states no person shall use any highway from pedestrian a foot traffic purposes except in emergencies where official signs have been erected how do you approaches of said highway. The penalty for this is CMVI $20.

Question 35

For state highway pedestrian contract regulations what does 720 CMR 9.09 do?

Answer 35

Basically this says pedestrians must follow the directions of a police officer. The offense is only one dollar under 720 CMR at 9.09. This is a good tool for neighborhood to ID someone. When you’re giving a citation you must ask them for their ID name date of birth and address.

Question 36

For the turnpike authority roads and Tunnels what can they charge pedestrians with?

Answer 36

There is a blanket prohibition of pedestrians in the tunnels in the turnpike. Under 700 CMR 7.06 states no pedestrians may enter or use away. The penalty is a CMVI $50

Question 37

What are rules for pedestrians regarding crossing ways?

Answer 37

Pedestrians must use a crosswalk within 300 feet and follow all pedestrian signals located at the crossing. When exiting a parked vehicle on the traffic side, you must use the sidewalk, alongside the vehicle and proceed to the crosswalk within 300 feet if intended to cross the street. When using crosswalks you must walk on the right side of the crosswalk. And pedestrians must not suddenly leave a sidewalk or safety island if vehicles cannot safely yield.

Question 38

What are the rules for pedestrians when control signals are present?

Answer 38

Pedestrians must only cross when signal is activated.

Question 39

What is significant about special railroad prohibition of pedestrians?

Answer 39

Under chapter 160 section 218, no person may knowingly, without right, be present, stand, or walk on the right of way, bridge, or other property of railroad corporations, except add a highway or other authorize grade crossing or bicycle or walking path in accordance with state or federal laws. The penalty is a fine of no more than $100. This is not a CMVI. It is criminal. There is a right of arrest for section 218 in an officers presence.

Question 40

New What is new about solicitation offenses on public ways?

Answer 40

It used to say that soliciting for money or “panhandling” or selling something was prohibited on most public ways. This is now considered unconstitutional and it no longer applies. The old law of chapter 85 section 17A was declared unconstitutional in Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless versus the City of Fall River in 2020. As a result people may panhandle con, solicit charitable donations, hold signs, and sell items roadside without having to get a permit from local police chiefs. These are now protected as constitutional rights.

Question 41

What are officers responsibilities when it comes to solicitation offenses?

Answer 41

Officers may and should intervene in extreme cases by charging disorderly conduct in violation of chapter 272 section 53. Disorderly apply to the subject who has either interfered with traffic in a dangerous manner to create a hazardous situation, or behaves or speaks in a threatening met manner towards a motorist or pedestrian in the area. Even in these situations, officers are encouraged to consider warning offenders and seeing whether they can come conform their behavior to a reasonable standard.

Question 42

What are the rules about hitchhiking or soliciting on a state highway?

Answer 42

Under 720 CMR 9.09(6), no person may stand in a road and solicit a ride hitchhiking, employment, or business from the driver of a vehicle without written permission from the board or officer having control over the road. Under 720 CMR 9.09 the citation is $1.

Question 43

What are the rules about hitchhiking or soliciting on the turnpike?

Answer 43

Under 700 CMR 7.06 there will be no hitchhiking. No loitering. No solicitation of funds, posting signs or distribution of advertisements On the turnpike.

Question 44

What are the rules about solicitation On DCR property?

Answer 44

Under 302 CMR 12.04 there is no solicitation on DCR property without a permit.

Question 45

What are the rights of arrest for solicitation for hitchhiking?

Answer 45

For seat highways under 720 CMR violation officers should issue a citation. For turnpike roads and tunnels under 700 CMR violation there is a right of arrest Without a warrant.

Question 46

What does chapter 22 of the motor vehicle Iaw have to deal with?

Answer 46

Chapter 22 is about animal protection and safe transport.

Question 47

What is the newest law that has been changed for report injuring or killing a dog a cat with a motor vehicle?

Answer 47

This law under chapter 272 section EDH has been changed it is now a criminal offense. An operator must not fail to report striking, injuring, or killing a dog or cat with a vehicle. The report must be made to the pet owner or “custodian, or the police in the municipality where the accident occurred. The enforcement for this is a fine of $100 or house of correction no more than 10 days for the first offense.

Question 48

Under chapter 90 section 22H explain the safe transportation of animals.

Answer 48

No person shall transport an animal, in the back of a motor vehicle and a space intended for a load.

• The exceptions to this rule are:
• if the space is enclosed. -The vehicle has sides and tail racks of at least 46 inches extending vertically from the floor. -The animal is cross tethered to the vehicle. -The animals protected by a secured container or cage.
• Or the animal is otherwise protected in a manner which will prevent the animal from being thrown or from falling or jumping from the motor vehicle.

Question 49

Under chapter 140 section 174F under animal protective custody what are the elements and fines?

Answer 49

Vehicle confinement with heat or cold risk under this chapter in section prohibits confining an animal in a vehicle in a manner that threatens itself due to excrete extreme cold or heat.
A police officer, animal control officer, or fire fighter:
-Must first make a reasonable effort to locate the vehicle owner
-May enter the vehicle by any reasonable means to protect the animal
-May not search RC’s items unless otherwise permitted
-Must leave written notice in a secure inconspicuous location or in the vehicle bearing name, title, and address with the animal may be retrieved the owner must pay for the care.
-And the police officer animal control officer a fire fighter Will be immune from criminal or civil liability for removing the animal. A citizen may do the same things but they may not enter the vehicle unless, they notify law-enforcement first, determine if the vehicle is locked, uses no more force than necessary to remove the animal, has good faith faith belief that entry is necessary to prevent harm, and remains with the animal in a safe location the other vehicle until the first responder can arrive a citizen will also be immune from any criminal or civil liability.
The penalty for leaving a vehicle with an animal in it during extreme heat and cold the first defense is a fine no more than $150. Police or animal control must issue a local ordinance or bylaw ticket under chapter 40 section 21D to the offender. The offender may also be charged criminally under 272 section 77 cruelty to animals which is a felony if the facts justify it.

Question 50

What is chapter 23 of the motor vehicle Law book have to deal with?

Answer 50

Court hearings

Question 51

Under chapter 90 C-section three what is the motorist options for traffic hearings?

Answer 51

Morris may pay the assessment. Request hearing within 20 days. If they don’t pay and properly pay or fail to request a or attend a hearing this is considered improper conduct and the consequences RMV will send the written notice by first class mail to the violator and 30 days later the operator will be suspended without further notice until assessments are paid.

Question 52

testFor hearing procedures what are the rules?

Answer 52

Under chapter 90 C-section 3A public hearings must be in a room open to the public. Counsel should be allowed to participate. All witnesses must be sworn. Cross examination is permitted. The evidence rules are relaxed in the setting.

Question 53

testWhat is the burden of proof for the commonwealth for hearings?

Answer 53

• The burden of proof is preponderance of the evidence of a civil standard meaning it is “more likely than not” That the alleged in fraction occurred.
• The citation is sufficient proof by itself meaning that the information on the citation alone can support the traffic offenses alleged even if the motorist has a different version about what happened.
• **Also the officer who issued the citation need not be present at a magistrates hearing. However if the case Is appealed to a judge, the officer must show up and testify directly.

Question 54

What are the findings by magistrates or judges?

Answer 54

For hearing procedures the magistrate or judge fines the operator responsible or not responsible. After the facts are presented, the magistrate or judge renders a decision of responsible or not responsible. If a finding responsible is entered, the violator has 20 days to pay the assessment, unless he receives an extension or appeals.

Question 55

What happens for the appeal of a magistrates hearing?

Answer 55

An appeal must be brought when magistrate makes a decision. Must be claimed only at the time of the magistrates decision. As the appeal is filed the matter will be scheduled for a hearing before a judge.

• Officers a police may appeal a magistrates finding it obtain a separate hearing before a judge. -The judge holds new and final hearing at this point.
• And the police officer who issued a citation must appear for this.

Question 56

Under Officer preparation and performance at traffic hearings what is important to know?

Answer 56

The stakes are higher for today’s motorist. They’re facing insurance surcharges and possible license suspension or revocation‘s. Therefore citation preparation is the key to leader success at hearings. Every citation should be neatly printed and filled in completely. Items such as the weather and road conditions should not be left blank, no matter how routine to stop or overwhelming in fraction. Several citations impress magistrates and judges. Citations well written limit defense options. It’s a good idea for police officers to write a mini repeat the police report on the back of the citation in the area provided. This is very helpful when a lot of citations are written and you have to remember the details for the hearing or appeal. As a final note do not insert derogatory comments about a motorist because it is not a proper basis for enforcement decisions. This practice was actually determined unethical by the state ethics commission.

Question 57

What are some other things to know about Officer preparation and traffic hearings?

Answer 57

For radar cases, always have a copy of the certificate handy. Be sensitive to actual and potential allegations of bias. When a murderous accuses you of singling him or her out because of race or ethnic background the tendency is to get defensive. Simply explain calmly why the stuff was made and don’t take it personally. The cardinal sin is perceived Officer rudeness or overreaction. Always bring the motorist driver history to the hearing. Often times a magistrate or judge will want to review it.

Question 58

What does chapter 24 of the motor vehicle law book have to deal with?

Answer 58

Boats in other crafts.

Question 59

What is marine law-enforcement authority?

Answer 59

Under chapter 90 B section 12 empowers all environmental police officers, state troopers, harbormasters and assistant harbormasters, and city and town police officers assigned to patrol the waters of Commonwealth.
Thus, a municipal officer must be assigned to my Marine patrol in order to enforce these laws under chapter 90 B and 323CMR.

Question 60

What are the powers of marine enforcement?

Answer 60

Under chapter 90 section 12, an inspection may be conducted on any motor boat at any time. Anyone who prevents boarding is subject to arrest. Under chapter 90 B section 13 states all violations under chapter 90 B and 323 CMR are subject to warrantless arrest upon upon probable cause. Everything is arrestable. On the other hand officers may issue citations instead of making arrest or applying for a criminal complaint. Marine citations are available from the environmental police Director. The officer may choose this enforcement method.

• under section 12 and allows officers to terminate the voyage and or tow unsafe operators for any risk of injury to include no flotation devices, overloading, fuel leakage, improper ventilation for tanks and engines and not displaying navigation lights between sunset and sunrise. Under 323CMR 2.10, towing vessel is permitted after operator is arrested, unrestrained vote, or for operators who refuse to obey marine officers.
• An abandoned boat Is considered abandoned if it’s left for 72 hours at this point it may be seized and towed. Officers in the course of official business is allowed to pass through or over private land and property including water for enforcement purposes.

Question 61

test What is General officer arrest authority under chapter 91 section 58?

Answer 61

Under chapter 91 section 58 allows any police officer to arrest anyone committing a misdemeanor in the officers presence on the water of the Commonwealth. Even if the officer is not appointed marine patrols and they see a misdemeanor in their presence it is arrestable.

Question 62

What are the charges for refusing to stop or a Bella police officer while operating a vessel?

Answer 62

Under chapter 90 B section 38 one cent signal or requested to do so by an officer, any person while operating are in charge of a vessel, may not refuse or neglect to:

• Stop the vessel or
• Give his name and address, or
• Give the name and address of the owner, or
• Give a true name or address or
• Produce the certificate number i.e. the registration or
• Allow the officer to take the certificate in-hand Or
• Sign his or her name, or
• Deliver the certificate of number of such vessel without reasonable excuse. The penalty for any of these is a fine of $100. Under chapter 90 B section 13 there’s a warrantless arrest on probable cause.

Question 63

What is OUI on a vessel?

Answer 63

Under chapter 90 be section 8 the suspect must operate any “vessel”

• Chapter 90 B section 1 defines a vessel as: “watercraft of every description, except a seaplane on the water used or capable of being used as means of transportation on water” this includes canoes, kayaks, sail boats etc.
• On waters of the commonwealth,
• Under the influence or BAC of .08 as per se. Penalty for the first offense is house of correction no more than 2 1/2 years and or a fine of no less than $100 and no more than $1000

Question 64

What is a personal watercraft?

Answer 64

Under 323 CMR 4.03 and 4.04 the definition of a personal watercraft is a vessel propelled by water jet pump or other machinery has its primary source of motor propulsion which is designed to be operated by a person sitting, standing or kneeling on the vessel rather than being operated in the conventional manner by a person sitting or standing inside a vessel. And example of this is a JetSki.

Question 65

What are the operation in all situations under 323 CMR 4.03?

Answer 65

The minimum age-No person shall operate a personal watercraft if such person is under the age of 16, 16 or 17 years of age without first receiving a safety certificate evidencing satisfactory completion of training and a personal watercraft safety conducted by the division of law-enforcement or other approval entity. It is the Russville on probable cause or a civil violation.

Question 66

What is a personal flotation device and why is it important for this chapter and Section?

Answer 66

Any person aboard a personal watercraft shall wear at all times a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device of type one, two, three, or five.

Question 67

Under chapter 323 CMR 4.03 what are the hours of operation?

Answer 67

No person shall operate a personal watercraft between the hours of sunset and sunrise as determined by the chart set forth in 323 CMR 2.001 vision is unduly restricted by weather.

Question 68

What does chapter 25 of the motor vehicle law book have to deal with?

Answer 68

Drones in aviation issues

Question 69

What is the definition of a drone?

Answer 69

A drone is actually called an unmanned aircraft (or a UA). As defined as an aircraft that is operated without the possibility of Direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.

Question 70

What is an unmanned aircraft system?

Answer 70

A unmanned aircraft system (or a UAS) is defined as the unmanned aircraft and all of the equipment necessary for it safe and efficient operation.

Question 71

What are the requirements for a fly for fun hobbies/recreational drone?

Answer 71

New regulations will soon require all drone operators to pass the FAA endorse knowledge test. Aircraft requirements they must be registered if they’re over .55 pounds. Location requirements, they must not fly in controlled airspace unless remote pilot obtains an electronic authorization.

Question 72

What are operating rules of fly for fun drones?

Answer 72

• Drone is marked on the outside with a registration number,
• fly only for recreational purposes,
• **must fly below 400 feet,
• *must obtain authorization before flying in a controlled airspace,
• **keep drone within visual line of sight,
• don’t fly at night unless equipped with anticollision lights. -Never fly over any person or moving vehicle.
• Never interfere with emergency response activities.
• **Never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Do not operate in a careless or reckless manner.

Question 73

What are the pilot requirements for a fly for work commercial aircraft drone?

Answer 73

The pilot requirements, must have remote pilot airman certificate, must be 16 years old, must Pass transportation safety administration (TSA) vetting.

Question 74

Under fly for work what are the aircraft requirements?

Answer 74

• Must be less than 55 pounds
• It must be registered
• Must undergo preflight checks to ensure you a S is in condition for safe operation.

Question 75

What are the operating requirements for fly for work drone operator’s?

Answer 75

• Drone must be registered with the numbers marked on the outside
• Flown drone at or below 400 feet
• Obtain authorization before flying and controlled airspace
• Keep drone within visual line of sight
• Do not fly at night unless drone is equipped with anticollision lights
• Never fly over any person unless you are operating a drone that meets the classification criteria established by the FAA

Question 76

What are the registration requirements?

Answer 76

All US weigh more than .55 pounds must be register with the FAA

• Must be registered prior to use
• Register online or by mail
• Be 13 or older
• Be a US citizen or legal permanent resident
• Register every three years
• Pay a one time fee for five dollars for recreational operators
• Provide information to the FAA
• Martha drone with the registration numbers
• Present registration to law-enforcement upon request
• And remote identification which is:. ***Effective July 16, 2023 all drones will have to be equipped with a transmitter that broadcasts, via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, the drones location, speed, altitude and location of the drones remote control.

Question 77

What is state and local police enforcement for drones?

Answer 77

If you suspect a UAS is unsafe or unauthorized:

• Locate an interview operator gather all necessary information
• Collect evidence
• Identify sensitive locations, events, or activities
• Contact the FAA
• It is preferable to handle the case administratively through the FAA, but consider enforcement based on Massachusetts law when necessary. For example trespassing, disorderly conduct, operation maybe hazardous or physically offensive, or even criminal harassment.

Question 78

Under police use of drones what’s the law?

Answer 78

There are no current Massachusetts laws on drone use. Recommended policy for missions, unmanned aircraft systems (or UAS ) may only be used for the following:
Search and rescue
-Photographic video documentation
-Motor vehicle crash investigations and crash scene mapping
-Criminal investigations in crime scene mapping
-Tactical response missions for example hostage rescue/barricaded subject
-Provide aerial visual perspective to assist officers in providing direction for crowd control, traffic incident management or special circumstances. Do you a S should not facilitate the use of any weapons and or dispersal payloads.

Question 79

Who may conduct these police missions?

Answer 79

A remote pilot in command (PIC) Who holds a valid remote pilot certificate and
-A visual observer (VO) Who, as a member of the flight crew, helps a PIC avoid other air traffic or objects aloft or on the ground.