MS SB2020

Establishes tribal identification cards issued by federally recognized Indian tribes as valid photo identification throughout Mississippi law, including those containing a photograph, legal name, residence address, and date of birth.

Creates criminal penalties for counterfeiting, forging, or fraudulently altering tribal identification cards, ranging from misdemeanor fines up to $500 and six months imprisonment to felony charges with fines up to $5,000 and three years imprisonment for adults.

Amends 16 separate sections of Mississippi Code to recognize tribal identification cards as acceptable forms of identification for transactions including lottery ticket purchases, concealed carry licenses, hunting/fishing licenses, alcohol purchases, marriage licenses, pawnshop transactions, and precious metals resales.

Adds tribal identification card numbers to the definition of "personal information" in data security breach notification requirements and computer crime statutes.

Takes effect July 1, 2021.