More Arrests. Fewer Workers. One Easy Fix.
In today’s hiring market, finding good employees is tough. Keeping them is even harder. So why risk losing them to something as avoidable as selling to a minor?
That’s exactly what’s happening across the country. In just the past few weeks, employees at several businesses were arrested during underage compliance checks—simply for failing to properly verify a customer’s age.
- In Montauk, New York, multiple workers were arrested after selling alcohol to minors during a sting operation.
- In Shasta County, California, four businesses were cited during a tobacco decoy operation. These weren't large violations—just split-second errors with serious consequences.
Let’s be clear: these aren’t “bad employees.” They’re humans being asked to do quick math under pressure. With fake IDs getting harder to spot, even well-trained staff can make a mistake. And when they do, the cost is high—for them and for you.
Why an ID Scanner Is Your Best Hire
A modern ID scanner is like a compliance safety net for your business. It checks the date of birth automatically, flags expired IDs, and can even detect fake IDs with up to 90%+ accuracy using advanced technology.
It works instantly—scanning a license in under a second—so your staff doesn’t need to guess or hesitate. Even better? Every scan is logged, giving you an audit trail to prove due diligence if enforcement comes knocking.
Protect Your Team—and Your Bottom Line
No one wants to see their employee in handcuffs. No business can afford the fines, license suspensions, or media attention that come with underage sale violations. And no customer minds waiting half a second for an age check that keeps everyone safer.
With all the challenges retailers face today, an ID scanner is the one thing that can reduce your compliance risk without adding friction. It’s fast, affordable, and proven.
You’ve already worked hard to hire a great team. Now make sure you’re giving them the tools to succeed—and to stay out of trouble.
Call to Action
Want to see how easy ID scanning can be? Contact us today to schedule a quick demo of the Minor Decliner system trusted by retailers, universities, and enforcement teams nationwide.
