Overview of Idaho ID scanning laws
Idaho has 7 laws which we consider relevant to ID verification, in addition to other laws which may related to age verification, identity verification, KYC, privacy, and biometrics.
Can you scan IDs in Idaho?
Yes. There are no laws prohibiting or regulating the electronic scanning of an ID in Idaho.
Can you save data from a scanned ID in Idaho?
Yes. There are no current laws which limit or restrict saving data from a scanned ID in Idaho.
Does Idaho offer affirmative defense for ID scanning?
Idaho offers affirmative defense laws for sales of tobacco products. It does not mention affirmative defense for sale of alcohol.
What types of IDs does Idaho issue?
Idaho issues drivers licenses and state IDs, including REAL ID.
Individual Idaho ID verification laws
Age verification for alcohol sales
Idaho requires that businesses check ID, but does not require electronic scanning or verification for alcohol sales.
Age verification for tobacco sales
Idaho requires that businesses check ID but does not require electronic scanning or verification for tobacco sales. This bill includes e-cigarettes and vapes.
Tobacco vending machines
It is unlawful in Idaho to sell or distribute tobacco products or vapes from vending machines or self-service displays.
ID scanning for controlled substances
Information from controlled substance prescriptions must be collected and retained for 5 years from the date the substance was dispensed.
ID scanning for scrap metal
Scrap metal business must maintain records for 5 years including transaction details and the seller’s information, signature, and copy of their ID.
ID scanning for controlled substances
Information from controlled substance prescriptions must be collected and retained for 5 years from the date the substance was dispensed.
Age verification for pornography
Idaho law requires age verification for websites where at least one-third of the content is pornographic.
Data privacy laws in Idaho
Idaho does not have a general data privacy law in effect, and no recent bills have been introduced to establish such laws. The state does require businesses to disclose data breaches that compromise consumers’ personal information.
