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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?
Industry dependent. HB 2641 prohibits licensed marijuana dispensaries from creating or keeping any record with consumer identifying information without the consumer’s affirmative agreement. Dispensaries that violate this provision will be assessed a $500 fine per occurrence.
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, and CDLs. Missouri does not issue non-domiciled CDLs.
Individual Missouri ID verification laws
Age verification for alcohol sales
Missouri requires that businesses verify age, but does not require electronic scanning or verification for alcohol sales.
Age verification for tobacco sales
Missouri requires that businesses verify age, but does not require electronic scanning or verification for tobacco sales.
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.
Data storage from ID scans during cannabis sales
Prohibits licensed marijuana dispensaries from creating or keeping any record with consumer iPII without the consumer’s affirmative agreement.
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.
