While this is cool in some ways, handing your phone over during a law enforcement encounter should be an absolute last resort and avoided at all costs.
How to present your driver’s license or state ID in person
Hold the top of your iPhone or the display of your Apple Watch near the identity reader. You don’t need to unlock, show, or hand over your device to present your license or ID.
On the screen of your device, review the information that will be shared.
To provide your consent:
On an iPhone using Face ID: Double-click the side button to authenticate.
On an iPhone using Touch ID: Hold your finger on the Home button to authenticate.
On an Apple Watch: Double-click the side button.
When you successfully present your license or ID, a checkmark and Done appear on your device.
While this is cool in some ways, handing your phone over during a law enforcement encounter should be an absolute last resort and avoided at all costs.
You don’t hand it over. You don’t even have to unlock your phone:
From the Apple Support Article on presenting your ID: