10% of IDs Are Fake: Are You Catching Them or Just Hoping for the Best?

Running a bar comes with enough challenges—managing staff, inventory, customer service, and security. But there’s one hidden risk that many bar owners continue to underestimate: fake IDs.

Recent data from scans processed through our Intellicheck-powered ID scanners reveals a shocking truth—10% of the IDs scanned were confirmed fake.

That’s not just a few clever teenagers. That’s 1 in every 10 customers walking in with a fake identity. If your bar doesn’t have real fake ID detection technology in place, you're flying blind—and that can cost you everything.

The Risk You Can’t See

Most bars rely on staff doing a quick visual check of IDs. The problem? Fake IDs today are incredibly sophisticated. They scan. They look real. And they fool even experienced bouncers.

That’s why states and law enforcement agencies are ramping up underage compliance checks—because too many venues are missing these fakes. If you get caught serving a minor using a fake ID, you could face:

- Thousands in fines
- Suspension or revocation of your liquor license
- Criminal charges for staff or ownership
- Damaging press coverage and loss of reputation

And with a 10% fake rate—those odds aren’t in your favor.

Why Intellicheck Matters

At Minor Decliner, we use Intellicheck—the gold standard in fake ID detection—to give bars and clubs a fighting chance. This isn’t just barcode scanning or doing math on the birthdate. Intellicheck analyzes embedded security features and confirms authenticity in real time.

The process is seamless:
Tap “Fake ID Check” → Scan → Get a result in just 3 seconds.
That’s all it takes to know if an ID is real—or a risk.

Stop Hoping. Start Scanning.

If you’re only using basic ID scanners—or worse, relying on eyeballs—you’re missing 1 out of 10 fakes. Can your business afford that?

Our ID scanners are:
- Fast – under 1 second to scan; 3 seconds for fake check
- Accurate – detects over 90% of fakes
- Standalone – no integration or IT setup needed
- Proven – used by law enforcement, bars, and retailers across the U.S.

Try It Before You Buy It

We believe in transparency, which is why every Minor Decliner scanner comes with 6 free fake ID scan credits. Test the tech yourself and see how many fakes you’re missing.

Bottom Line

Fake IDs aren’t rare—they’re common. If 10% of your patrons are using them, every shift without proper detection puts your bar at risk.

Don’t be the next headline.
Contact us today to protect your business, your license, and your future.