Current law prohibits scanning, record, retain, or store in electronic form or format the personal information contained in a drivers' license unless authorized by NH LEG, DMV.
Or if the owner of the license consents to sharing information in non-electronic format.
Law stipulates permission to check ID as related to sale of alcohol, tobacco, et cetera.
Senate bill SB 502 adds set language to allow real estate brokers, as part of the sale of real property, to scan, record, retain, or store in electronic format drivers' license data.
Intent is to authenticate ownership in the sale of real property and must have consent.
May not retain scanned license for period longer than the transaction's closing date.
Legislative History
On Jan. 3, 2024, bill was introduced in Senate; on Mar. 7, 2024, bill passed in Senate.
On Mar. 7, 2024, bill was introduced in House; on May 23, 2024, bill passed in House.
On Jul. 15, 2024, bill was enrolled in chambers; on Jul. 26, 2024, signed by governor.
Effectiveness
Chapter 299 is effective on Jan. 1, 2025.
Jul. 31, 2024 NH LEG Governor Approval
On Jul. 30, 2024, NH LEG governor approved bill SB 502 and assigned Chapter 299.
Document dated Jul. 30, 2024, received from NH LEG Aug. 2, summarized on Aug. 7.
Regulators
NH LEG
Entity Types
CNSM; IB
Reference
Ch. 299, 7/30/2024; Bill SB502, Ch. 0299, 7/26/2024; Citation: NH LEG XXI-263-263:12;
Functions
Compliance; Legal; Operations; Privacy; Record Retention
