Penalty for unauthorized commercial use of ultra-light flying devices

In plain language

Using a drone or other ultra-light flying device for commercial purposes without proper authorization or registration is illegal and can result in up to 6 months in prison or a fine of up to 5 million KRW.

Requirement as structured

Any person who uses an ultra-light flying device (초경량비행장치) for commercial purposes in violation of Article 71 shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than 6 months or by a fine not exceeding 5 million KRW.

Original regulatory text

② 제71조를 위반하여 초경량비행장치를 영리 목적으로 사용한 자는 6개월 이하의 징역 또는 500만원 이하의 벌금에 처한다.