Minnesota Drones
✓ Verified against official sources · August 18, 2026
Restricted areas, airspace rules, park regulations. 2 state-level rules for Minnesota, each linked to its official government source.
Warning
Privacy and Surveillance Laws
Minnesota has privacy laws affecting drone use. State parks have varying policies.
Minnesota law requires law enforcement to obtain a search warrant before using a drone (UAV), with limited exceptions for emergencies, public events, and disaster response (Minn. Stat. §626.19). State parks have varying drone policies - check individual parks. Minneapolis/St. Paul area has airport TFRs. Boundary Waters Canoe Area restricts motorized equipment. Voyageurs National Park prohibits drones.
Official sources (verified August 18, 2026)
Caution
Drone Privacy & Surveillance Laws
Minnesota: Using drones for surveillance or harassing others is prohibited. Privacy laws may apply to drone photography.
DRONE PRIVACY LAWS
MINNESOTA LAW
Minnesota law enforcement agencies must obtain a search warrant before using a drone (UAV), with limited exceptions such as emergencies, public events, and disaster response (Minn. Stat. §626.19).
Official sources (verified August 18, 2026)
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