If you’re lost in the wilderness with a laser pointer, would you still be charged with a crime if you shine it at a passing plane to save your life?
Assume the plane isn’t search and rescue, but a passing commercial plane or something. Obviously you’re only doing it to be spotted and rescued, but that doesn’t magically stop the laser from interfering with the plane and jeopardizing the lives of everyone on board just because you’re trying to save your own.
Posted Feb 20, 2026, 4:37 PM UTC
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