Alcohol lovers are warned of a new base that you can see away from buying their next drink.
The new law requires all bars, restaurants and beer factories to verify the identity of each alcohol purchase without exceptions.
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Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, approved in December and expanded the scope of mandatory identity tests to buy alcohol.
I came into effect on March 1. Before the change, identity checks were only required in alcohol stores.
Now, whether you are 25 or 65 years old, do not expect a drink without showing your identity.
The change aims to prevent drinking alcohol at an attempt and stop alcohol sales to people with restricted licenses, which are “red tape” due to previous alcohol crimes, Alaska News said.
About 2,210 residents of Anchorage currently restrict licenses and are not allowed to buy alcohol due to violent or reckless behavior.
In the argument for change, legislators indicated that the state has the second highest alcohol -related mortality in the country.
562 died on average Claska every year from alcohol -related reasons between 2015 and 2019.
29 % of deadly accidents in the state occurred in Marsa, according to data from the Ministry of Transport in Alaska.
“Among the other alcohol -related issues, we had a number of infantry deaths,” said Zach Johnson, a member of the association, who was one of the sponsors of the decree.
“You may be in the seventies of your life, you may have this red tape, right? I mean, this is a kind of blind point now.
“If you do not check everyone's identifier, how can you make sure that these people who have red lines do not present?”
Companies adapt to change, and the reaction has been mixed.
In Turnagain Brewing, the participant Mary Roszuzig said that customers are often cooperative, although many of them made tense comments about trouble.
“Until now, no one has come out,” she added.
Karen Brunega, a member of the association, who pushed for the new base, said it is related to public safety, but some beneficiaries call, according to Anchorage Daily News.
One man is more than 60 until email, annoyed by an identity request.
Companies are also struggling with the logistical challenge, and employees must even show identity if they want a drink after their transformation.
“Everyone should be exposed, even if they are working in the place,” said Roszuen.
Alternative ways to get home if he is weak
Driving that suffers from poor leadership is not only illegal, but it is incredibly dangerous – below the ways that AAA suggests returning home if you have exceeded.
- Create a specific driver (DD). If you celebrate a group, specify who will lead the group responsible to the home. To avoid any irreversible incidents, ask DD to collect everyone's keys at the beginning of the night.
- Take advantage of public transport. Depending on your site, you may be able to take a bus, mono, shuttle or home training. It may come with a fare, but it is cheaper than the only identity document or the life of someone.
- Go with a passenger sharing. Uber or Lyft are great options. If you have not used any of the service before, create an account and download the application before the celebration. Taxi is also an option.
- If you live in FL, GA, IA, Mi, ND, Ne, TN, Wi, Co (Denver), NC (Charlotte) and in (Fort Wayne/South Bend), you can call AAA's Tow 2 Go Number, (855) 2-tow-2-GG.
Source: AAA
To track who has been defined, Turnagain Brewing has created hand stamps with salmon logo in the beer factory.
The changes are confusing and that they are preparing for tourists who are often less complied with local laws.
The Alaska Caparier, a hotel, a restaurant, and a retailer (Charr) has raised concerns about the additional pressure on companies, especially with the lack of employees.
He warned that the law may slow the service in crowded sites, especially during peak hours.
There is also confusion about what is considered a good identifier.
Residents with bound licenses can use a passport or another identifier instead of knowing the red strip on it.
Braonga admitted that the law might be a disturbance but stood firm, saying it was a victory if it helps prevent alcohol -related tragedy.
Some companies, such as the site, prepare customers by spreading signs early.
