Can you scan an ID in New Mexico?
New Mexico law does not regulate a business’s practice of scanning IDs or retaining information obtained from a scan.
Overview of New Mexico ID Scanning Laws
In the absence of any statute governing issues associated with a business’s practice of scanning IDs, a business is likely allowed to scan IDs and to retain information obtained from a scan, subject to applicable privacy laws.
Does New Mexico offer affirmative defense for ID scanning?
No.