Frequently Asked Questions About Underage Alcohol Sales

There are no "oops" moments when selling alcohol to a minor...

If you're a business that sells alcohol, one of the largest risks you face is the penalties for selling alcohol to minors. Understanding alcohol sales restrictions is crucial for compliance.

Below are a list of answers to the big underage-alcohol sale questions.

Is it a felony to sell alcohol to a minor?

In the large majority of circumstances, you'll face misdemeanor charges. However, there are certain states and circumstances where you could face felony charges.

Is selling alcohol to a minor a misdemeanor?

The majority of states punish as a misdemeanor. In most cases, this means you will be fined, but it also carries with it the potential for liquor license revocation, probation, and jail time. Complying with alcohol sales laws is essential to avoid these penalties.

What about fake IDs? How are those handled?

Although fake IDs are not detectable with barcode scanners, there are ways to identify fakes through training and inspection. We provide a Fake ID Checking Guide for this specific purpose. Utilizing an ID scanner device can enhance your ability to detect fake IDs.

Why is Minor Decliner’s scanner better than the other ID scanners for bars and nightclubs available on the market?

Our scanner is not only the fastest (less than 1 second to provide the sale/no sale answer) and most user-friendly system available, it’s also the lowest cost option for the features it provides (multiple product scanning, anti-passback, compliance logging, etc.)

Additionally, there is just a one-time cost, and it never needs updating, it’s stand-alone and does not require an internet connection, and you own the device (and don’t have to count on your staff to bring their phone and use an application). Our drivers license verification scanner ensures accurate age verification systems for your business.

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