2. This constitutes vehicular assault due to reckless operation of the vehicle. If you're flying a drone over crowds, you should take full responsibility for i

2. This constitutes vehicular assault due to reckless operation of the vehicle. If you're flying a drone over crowds, you should take full responsibility for its ability to safely operate in a regular manner compliant with regulations. Unless you could prove that your drone was sabotaged or jammed or something to that extent, you'd be liable for at least the damages and a misdemeanor charge. I'm not a legal professional though, so take this with a grain of salt and consult one before flying over crowds (as well as FAA obviously).