Misuse of a Mobile Driver’s License (mDL) Investigative Aid

Mobile driver’s licenses are gaining traction in the United States, though implementation varies across the nation. A mobile driver’s license (mDL) is a digital representation of a state-issued driver’s license that is stored on a mobile device. Cases of identity fraud associated with digital identities will likely increase as mDL usage becomes more widespread. As a result, investigators will need to be prepared for this new technology and know what type of evidence may support investigations.