Why Are Fake IDs Still a Thing?
ake IDs are just as popular today as they were 10 or 20 years ago. What changed is the security measures and how well they are made. Special scanners have been introduced to check if IDs are valid. Still, fake ID that scan and do not raise any alarms exist.
Getting back to the initial question, how can fake IDs not be popular? While the rest of the world has the legal drinking age set at 18, the US decided that it is ok to drive at 16 but you need to be 21 to drink. By 21 years of age, most of the teenage years have already passed and you end up feeling like you missed out on a lot of opportunities to have fun, explore and create stronger bonds with your friends, and yes, that sometimes involves a bit of alcohol. Because of this, fake IDs remain popular and manufacturing processes have gotten better.
This first thing that you can do when you get your fake ID is to have a bit of fun and throw a small house party. You can go to a local store and buy a few drinks. Try to go in alone without your friends and do not get too much alcohol at once. Remember to stay calm and in order to not raise any suspicions. Also, try to go to stores in other neighborhoods. You do not want to bump into someone you know while in the store. Also, it is better if the cashier does not know you either. If they saw you before in any other circumstance, they might get suspicious.
If you decide to go out, you can try getting into some clubs or pubs. Try to stay away from old bars that seem to be populated by people that are way past their youth. If you decide to go to a bar, try to drink responsibly and if the bouncer does not want to let you in, do not force your luck. However, remember that going out alone is not that fun. If you plan to go out with friends, you might need more than one fake id.
The worst thing that can happen these days if someone suspects you have a fake ID is to take it away. They know that if it is real, you will call the police but if it is fake, you will just let it go. If the fake ID is well made, you should not encounter such situations but in the event of that happening, do not argue and just leave. You can get a new ID anyways. However, remember that your appearance is important. If you look too young, the fake ID will not stick and people will notice. On the other hand, if you really want to organize a small house party, you can order a fake ID for one of your friends that might have a more mature appearance thus he would be more believable when stopping at a counter with a basket filled with alcohol.
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