🏛️ What Is Pennsylvania Senate Bill 688?

In 2024, Pennsylvania passed Senate Bill 688, which created a new Ready-to-Drink Cocktail (RTDC) permit and mandated strict age verification using ID scanners. According to 47 P.S. § 4‑415.1(a)(8), businesses selling RTDC beverages must use a transaction scan device to verify the age of any customer who appears to be under 35 years old.

This isn’t optional—it’s the law.

If they look under 35, their ID must be scanned using a certified transaction scan device.

✅ How Minor Decliner ID Scanners Help You Meet SB 688

At Minor Decliner, our ID scanning systems are built to not only meet but exceed the legal standards in Pennsylvania. Here’s how:

🔍 1. Certified Transaction Scan Devices

Our ID scanners are compliant with the definition required by SB 688:

“A device capable of reading and verifying the encoded information on a driver’s license or state-issued ID.”

Minor Decliner scanners decode the PDF417 barcode on the back of every U.S. license in under two seconds. They instantly verify age and flag expired IDs—no typing or manual checking required.

✔️ Works in all 50 states

✔️ No guessing, no mistakes

✔️ Fast, accurate, automatic

🧠 2. Under-35 Requirement Made Simple

Guessing who looks under 35 is risky. With Minor Decliner, just scan every customer—no judgment calls. Staff training is fast and foolproof.

Want even more certainty? Our optional facial age estimation tool adds an extra visual layer of protection—perfect for high-traffic venues.

🔒 3. Data Privacy Compliant

SB 688 prohibits selling or misusing scan data. Minor Decliner is 100% compliant:

- No images or personal data are stored or shared

- Scan data is never sold

- Optional compliance logs for audit support

🛡️ 4. Optional Fake ID Detection with Intellicheck

While SB 688 doesn't require fake ID detection, it’s a smart business move.

Our ID scanners offer Intellicheck-powered fake ID detection, used by banks and law enforcement. This detects 90%+ of fake IDs, shielding your business from underage violations and fraud.

🏪 Who Is Affected by SB 688?

If you have a Ready-to-Drink Cocktail Permit in Pennsylvania, this law applies to you.

Businesses that must comply include:

- Bars and Pubs

- Restaurants and Cafés

- Hotels and Resorts

- Alcohol Distributors

- Importers and Wholesalers

Penalties for non-compliance can include citations, license suspension, and even criminal charges.

💡 Why Choose Minor Decliner ID Scanners?

When compliance is on the line, trust the fastest, most accurate ID scanners available. Our systems reduce staff burden, eliminate human error, and automate your age verification process—without recurring monthly contracts.

With Minor Decliner, you get:

- Plug-and-play installation

- No Wi-Fi required for basic scanning

- Optional fake ID protection

- Compliant logging tools

- Real human support, nights and weekends

📞 Ready to Stay Compliant with Confidence?

Let Minor Decliner help you meet SB 688 requirements—without the guesswork.

📲 Contact us today for a live demo or pricing

💬 Ask about facial age estimation, fake ID detection, and no-contract pricing

🔒 Compliant. Accurate. Trusted.

Minor Decliner ID Scanners — The Easy Way to Meet SB 688 Requirements