Penalty for Failure to Take Emergency Measures or Report Accidents

Verified from official sources
Article 157-9Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

If your drone is involved in an accident and you fail to take immediate safety measures (like preventing further hazards) or fail to report the accident to the authorities, you can be fined up to 500,000 yen.

Requirement as structured

A fine of up to 500,000 yen shall be imposed on any person who fails to take necessary emergency measures or report an accident or incident in violation of Article 132-87.

Original regulatory text

第百五十七条の九 次の各号のいずれかに該当するときは、その違反行為をした者は、五十万円以下の罰金に処する。 十九 第百三十二条の八十七の規定に違反して、必要な措置を講じなかつたとき。