In an effort to strengthen national security and update the legal framework against the growing use of drones, the National Government presented a new bill before Congress
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Government seeks to control drones in Colombia: What does the project that will lead to Congress say?
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On July 30 and 31, 2025, the Ministries of Defense, Information Technology and Communications (MINTIC), and Transporte were based before the Congress of the Republic a legislative package formed by four priority bills to strengthen national security. One of them is dedicated to Regulate the use of drones (UAS) and anti -products systems (C -uas) In Colombia
The initiative responds to the increase in 138 % in drone attacks Documented this year (162 incidents), which have left dead and injured among members of the public force in regions such as Cauca, Valle del Cauca and Nariño
What aspects will the bill on drones cover?
The project establishes a clear regulatory framework for the use, commercialization, transport, modification and operation of drones and anti -products systems throughout the national territory. Next, the key points of the proposal:
Mandatory Drones Registration: All devices must be registered in a national system that allows their traceability.
Control of antidron systems (C-UAS): The technologies designed to neutralize unauthorized drones will also be regulated.
Institutional Coordination: DIAN, Civil Aeronautics, Mintic and Defense will work together to control the import, use and operation of these equipment.
Spectrum Technical Supervision: Mintic will be the authority responsible for avoiding interference in telecommunications caused by drones.
SANCTIONS FOR INSOBUDED USE
One of the most relevant elements of this initiative is the hardening of penalties for those who use drones for illicit purposes. The project proposes modifications to the Criminal Code to typify the use of drones for terrorist purposes Like an autonomous crime.
The planned sanctions include:
- Sentences of 32 to 90 months in prison.
- Fines of up to 750 current monthly legal minimum wages.
- In cases where people’s lives or the critical infrastructure of the country are put at risk, sanctions could be aggravated.
- Administrative fines that are around 760,000 Colombian pesos for operating drones without registration or with illegal modifications.
What impact will it have?
The growing popularity of drones in Colombia, both for recreational and professional purposes, demands modern legislation that avoids legal gaps and prevents greater risks. This proposal seeks Balance the free use of technology with the protection of public safety and critical infrastructure of the country.
The Congress of the Republic must discuss this initiative in the coming months. If approved, it will mark a before and after in the regulation of devices not manned in Colombia.
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There is concern about the increasingly frequent use of drones by illegal armed groups. The National Army discovered in Chocó a clandestine school of the ELN where they trained minors for the management of these devices.
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