DroneCompass

Is it illegal to fly a drone over someone’s house in Maryland?

STATE LAW

Drone trespass law, statewide

Flying onto someone's property within 50ft of a dwelling to harass or photograph them without consent is a misdemeanor — up to 1 year and/or a $5,000 fine.

HB 1349 (2025), Crim. Law §3-908 · mgaleg.maryland.gov, verified 9/29/2026

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