This bill amends section 60-484.02 of the Motor Vehicle Operator's License Act to provide specific exceptions for the release of digital images and signatures captured during the application process for operator's licenses and state identification cards. The bill allows for the release of digital images to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies, the Secretary of State for voter registration purposes, and the Nebraska State Patrol for inclusion on the Missing Persons Clearinghouse website, provided that the identity and purpose of the requester are verified. Additionally, it establishes protocols for the protection and retention of these digital images, including the requirement for the Nebraska State Patrol to remove images from the website once the individual is located.

Furthermore, the bill introduces penalties for unauthorized disclosure of digital images and signatures, classifying such violations as a Class I misdemeanor. It mandates the development of a process for the secure release of digital images to the Secretary of State for voter identification, ensuring that proper measures for access, security, and retention are in place. The original section 60-484.02 is repealed, and the new provisions are set to enhance the security and management of digital information related to motor vehicle licensing.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 60-484.02
Final Reading: 60-484.02
Slip Law: 60-484.02