srothstein wrote: The collecting of information is wrong and possibly dangerous to you. As far as I can tell, it is legal as of this point in time. I don't like the compromise of collecting it with their word on shredding it (I don't trust them any further than they trust me - trust must work both ways). I am still in favor of a law forbidding anyone from collecting personal information off a driver's license, ID card, or CHL. It should be written in such a way as to allow you to waive your right to privacy but no one could deny you any benefit for not consenting to the collection.
I like the sound of this, but there are many occasions where, when cashing a check, I'm required to show my driver's license, and the number is written on the check. Mostly these days I use credit cards, but I've seen times when my physical description (eye color, height) as well as other license details (expiration date, address) have been copied. Perhaps we should stick to the CHL license issues. Trying to go too broad might weaken the chances for successful change.