Criminal Penalties for Non-Compliant Operations Violating Safety Rules

In plain language

If you fly your drone in a way that violates safety rules, you can face up to one year in prison and a fine of up to €75,000 under French law.

Requirement as structured

Operating an unmanned aircraft in conditions that do not comply with safety regulations is punishable by up to one year of imprisonment and a fine of 75,000 euros.

Original regulatory text

L'utilisation d'un aéronef sans équipage à bord dans des conditions d'utilisation non conformes aux règles édictées pour assurer la sécurité est passible d'un an d'emprisonnement et de 75 000 euros d'amende en vertu de l'article L. 6232-4 du code des transports.

Applies when

country

France

regulatory category

General