Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: Threat or Asset to Airborne Law Enforcement?

By Professor Joe Vacek, Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences, University of North Dakota & Sergeant Alan Frazier, Glendale (CA) Police Department and Assistant Professor, University of North Dakota

“Production of civilian UAVs has exploded in recent years. Once almost the exclusive purview of military operations, UAVs designed for civilian use now are available for purchase. Currently available unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology has given law enforcement officers tools never before available. The ability to continuously monitor suspected criminals from above in all weather and visibility conditions multiplies law enforcement’s power and abilities.”

Read Professor vacek’s article here.

 

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