DOJ Sets Limits for Drone Communication Data Retention, Dissemination

DOJ components can retain investigation-related data intercepted and collected from drones for no longer than 180 days, Attorney General William Barr said Monday. Officials can share the data and communications if it supports investigations and other law enforcement agencies like DOD and the Homeland Security Department, the guidance said. It outlines how department components can request “designation of facilities or assets for protection” under the Preventing Emerging Threats Act.