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Recent Record Releases
Roanoke City Drone Policy
Roanoke Police Department Drone Program Policy We the Watchers has obtained and published the Roanoke Police Department's operational directive governing its Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) program. The policy outlines how police drones may be deployed, who may...
Charlottesville Police Drone Program – UAS Registrations (2024–2029)
Summary This record contains four FAA Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Certificates of Registration identifying drones registered to the Charlottesville Police Drone Program. The records identify the aircraft manufacturer, model, registration number, serial...
Amherst County Sheriff’s Office Policy Index
Document Description This record contains the Policy Manual Index of the Amherst County Sheriff's Office, obtained through a FOIA request. The index catalogs the full range of policies governing agency operations, personnel conduct, law enforcement procedures, and...
NCSO Crime Prevention Unit Policy
Document Description This record contains the official Crime Prevention Unit Policy of Nelson County Sheriff's Office, effective 10/31/2024. The document establishes the mission, operational authority, reporting structure, and procedural guidelines for personnel...