Missouri ID Scanning Laws & Regulations

Overview of Missouri ID scanning laws

Missouri 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 Missouri?

Yes. There are no laws prohibiting or regulating the electronic scanning of an ID in Missouri.

Can you save data from a scanned ID in Missouri?

Yes. There are no current laws which limit or restrict saving data from a scanned ID in Missouri.

Does Missouri offer affirmative defense for ID scanning?

No. Missouri has no affirmative defense laws related to ID scanning.

What types of IDs does Missouri issue?

Missouri issues drivers licenses and state IDs, including REAL ID.

Individual Missouri ID verification laws

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Age verification for alcohol sales

Missouri requires that businesses verify age, but does not require electronic scanning or verification for alcohol sales.

Read 311.310 →

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Age verification for tobacco sales

Missouri requires that businesses verify age, but does not require electronic scanning or verification for tobacco sales.

Read §407.931 →

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Identity verification for employment

In Missouri, all public employers and businesses that apply for a state contract or grant of more than $5,000 are required to e-verify employees.

Read HB 1549 →

Data privacy laws in Missouri

Missouri does not have any comprehensive data privacy laws. Missouri does have a data breach notification law, requiring businesses notify consumers if their information has been compromised.