This bill mandates the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to develop and issue mobile drivers licenses and mobile identification cards that can be accessed via mobile electronic communication devices. These mobile licenses and identification cards will contain all the information found on traditional printed versions and will be available to individuals who voluntarily request them and meet the necessary requirements. The MVC is authorized to charge a reasonable fee for these electronic documents, which will be retained in accordance with existing law. Additionally, the MVC must implement security features to prevent alterations or counterfeiting of the mobile licenses and identification cards.
The bill also amends existing law to allow drivers to present their mobile drivers licenses, registration certificates, or insurance identification cards in electronic form, using devices such as smartphones or tablets. It clarifies that displaying these documents electronically does not permit police officers or judges to access other content on the device. Furthermore, the bill stipulates that individuals can update their motor vehicle records through their mobile licenses or identification cards, with these updates taking precedence over information on printed documents. The act is set to take effect 72 months after its enactment, although the MVC can begin administrative preparations beforehand.