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If You Don’t Look 30
Written By: Curt Christiansen | Issue: 2015/01 - Winter | Photograph By: Marjorie Christiansen Photography
When holidays and celebrations approach, family get togethers usually involve good food and good wine or other alcoholic beverages. Keep in mind these tips to avoid unpleasantries.
If you don’t look like you’re 30, bring your ID. The drinking age is the same all year-round. Here are a few things you should know before you try to drink without ID.
1. If you’re carded and cannot produce ID, it’s illegal for anyone to serve you. Penalties for doing so can result in fines, loss of property alcohol license and loss of the server’s ability to serve alcohol for two years.
2. Contrary to popular belief, the law does not recognize “Parental Vouch.”
These situations can sour an entire meal. Not just for you, but the rest of the guests dining with you. Celebrations are a time to enjoy the company of friends and family, so come prepared like the rest of the adults at your table. If you forgot your ID and you really are an adult, act like one, be gracious and accept the consequences of your actions.
Birthdays and holidays come just once a year, let’s all enjoy it!
Here’s to a safe and happy New Year, Curt
