How can a drone pilot ensure they do not violate privacy laws?

A drone pilot can ensure they do not violate privacy laws by avoiding flying over private property without permission. Privacy laws often protect individuals' rights to maintain privacy over their personal property, and flying a drone over someone’s property without consent can lead to legal issues. Obtaining permission allows the pilot to respect the privacy of individuals and comply with regulations that govern aerial surveillance and the use of cameras on drones.

The other options, while they involve operational aspects of drone flying, do not directly address the core issue of respecting privacy laws. Flying only during daylight hours does not inherently prevent privacy violations. Limiting operations to public parks may reduce the chances of violating privacy, but does not guarantee that no private property is overlooked in the process. Flying at lower altitudes may also not be relevant to privacy concerns, as even at lower altitudes, the drone could still infringe on someone's privacy if it captures images or data from private property.