One of the hottest holiday gifts this year is reportedly drones. However, new FAA rules now mean that drone owners must soon officially register their devices or face the possibility of a steep fine.

The Registration Process

According to a new announcement by the Federal Aviation Administration, all drones flown in the United States weighing between 0.55 lbs and 50 lbs must be registered by February 16, 2016. Registration opens on December 21. While the registration typically involves a $5 fee, the FAA is waiving the fee for the first 30 days in an effort to encourage registration.

Starting February 16, owners operating unregistered drones could face civil fines up to $27,500 and criminal penalties of up to $250,000 and three years in jail.

The Rise Of Drones

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