Summer in New York is synonymous with outdoor concerts.
But unfortunately, with these events comes a rise in underage drinking, and state authorities are taking it seriously.
In early May, New York’s DMV, State Liquor Authority, State Police, and other agencies renewed their effort to crack down on fake IDs and underage drinking with “Operation Prevent.”
Under this initiative, if a person under 21 uses a fake ID or someone else’s driver’s license to buy alcohol, they can face hefty fines, and in some cases, the state can suspend or revoke their driver’s license for 90 days to one year.
Popular venues like Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater, and Darien Lake Performing Arts are participating and have already seized 38 fake IDs and issued 28 citations during three recent events.
Combatting Underage Drinking at Popular Venues
Because of the sophistication of today’s fake IDs, these venues can no longer afford to be reactive; they have to take proactive measures to prevent underage access.
This, coupled with large crowds, multiple entrances, and pressure to keep lines moving, means visual inspections alone aren’t enough.
Not only in New York but across the country, these venues need age verification technology that accurately and effectively verifies a person’s age and spots a fake ID, no matter how sophisticated it might be.
This is where our IDentiFake comes in.
How IDentiFake Spots Fake IDs on the Spot
IDentiFake is our most powerful fake ID scanner, trusted by venues like Avant Gardner to stop underage access at the door.
When an ID is scanned, our proprietary system performs 50+ forensic checks against security features embedded in over 7,500 global ID types, including licenses, passports, and military IDs.
Within seconds, you’ll know whether the ID is authentic or not.
6 Reasons Top Venues Use IDentiFake
Advanced Fake ID Detection – Spot cloned, manipulated, or duplicated IDs in seconds with no second guessing.
Instant Alerts – Configure audible and visual alerts to notify your staff when a fake or flagged ID is scanned.
Smart Tagging – Label guests as banned, VIP, or under watch. Our IDVisor Sync software sends alerts to all scanners and security teams in real-time.
Document Image Capture – Capture and store front-and-back images of scanned IDs for compliance and evidence for affirmative defense.
Anti-Passback Protection – Detect if an ID is being reused to enter the venue. This helps prevent fraudulent re-entry.
Occupancy and Traffic Reporting – Get real-time occupancy data and store logs for audits and legal protection.
We know concert venues move fast. That’s why IDentiFake is designed to integrate seamlessly into your operations whether at the front gate, VIP check-in, or concession stands.
And with both stationary and mobile options, you can use these scanners wherever needed.
Explore IDentiFake and see how we can help you stay compliant, efficient, and protected.