This bill aims to enhance the confidentiality of driver's license information in New Hampshire by establishing strict restrictions and penalties for unauthorized handling of such data. It amends RSA 260:14, II by adding new subparagraphs that prohibit the copying, retaining, or scanning of driver's licenses for non-governmental purposes, while allowing their display for identity verification in compliance with governmental requirements. Additionally, it stipulates that any unauthorized release or use of retained personal identification information by a private entity will be classified as a misdemeanor for individuals and a felony for organizations, with significant fines imposed for violations, including a minimum of $100,000 payable to the affected individual and lifetime identity theft protection.

The bill also includes provisions for penalties in the event of a data breach involving illegally retained personal identification information, imposing a fine of $100,000 for each compromised individual. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026. The fiscal impact of the bill is currently indeterminable, as it may affect the judicial and correctional systems, potentially influencing costs related to prosecution, incarceration, probation, and parole for the state and local governments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 260:14