Overview of Iowa ID scanning laws
Iowa has 3 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 Iowa?
Yes. There are no laws prohibiting or regulating the electronic scanning of an ID in Iowa.
Can you save data from a scanned ID in Iowa?
Yes. There are no current laws which limit or restrict saving data from a scanned ID in Iowa.
Does Iowa offer affirmative defense for ID scanning?
No. Iowa has no affirmative defense laws related to ID scanning.
What types of IDs does Iowa issue?
Iowa issues drivers licenses and state IDs, including REAL ID. Iowa offers a mobile drivers license (mDL), available in Apple Wallet, Samsung Wallet, and the Iowa Mobile ID app.
Individual Iowa ID verification laws
Age verification for alcohol sales
Iowa requires that businesses verify purchasers are at least 21, but does not require ID scanning for alcohol sales. Iowa requires businesses who confiscate fake or altered IDs turn in these documents to law enforcement within 24 hours.
Age verification for tobacco sales
Iowa requires that businesses verify age for all tobacco purchases, and requires IDs be checked for all tobacco product deliveries.
Age verification for pornography
This bill would require websites that display pornographic material to verify users age to prevent minors from accessing this content.
Data privacy laws in Iowa
Iowa SB 262 requires businesses to disclose upon request how personal data is collected, used, or retained, and the nature and purpose of such collection, use, or retention. Businesses are also required to implement and maintain measures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility of consumers’ personal data.
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State-specific news & updates
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