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There is some concern that the use of drones could impede on the privacy afforded to members of our <br />community. Minnesota State Statute 626.19 articulates when and where a drone can be used without the use of <br />a search warrant. These include: <br />Emergency situation that involves risk of death or bodily harm to a person <br />Public event with heightened safety concerns <br />Counter risk of terrorist attack <br />Prevent loss of life and property in disaster situations <br />Conduct threat assessment in anticipation of special event <br />Collect information from public area if there is reasonable suspicion of criminal activity <br />Crash reconstruction of serious collision <br />Over public area for officer training or public relations purposes <br />Per MN State Statute 626.19(12), all UAV deployments without a search warrant must be reported to the <br />Commissioner of Public Safety, which is then disseminated to the public. <br />CONCLUSION <br />The Drone Program represents a significant step forward in enhancing the capabilities of the St. Anthony Police <br />Department. By adhering to statutory requirements and fostering community engagement, we aim to <br />implement this program responsibly and effectively. Your attention and input on this matter are greatly <br />appreciated. <br />26