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1. RockRobotRock · 1789617832 · focus · HN ↗

   I had a fake ID, and it being scannable was a huge selling point. Convenience stores all scan, and don't seem to care if you look underage. I was only turned down two or three times, usually at bars and restaurants.

   1. anon_cow1111 · 1789623536 · focus · HN ↗

      The first thing I do with a real ID is widen the reference bars on the sides so the checkout scanner can't read it. If they want my birthday they can type it in manually, I don't need all my info in some store database.

      1. anon291 · 1789627129 · focus · HN ↗

         Defacing a photo Id(driver's license or passport) is technically a crime.

         1. mitxela · 1789627350 · focus · HN ↗

            The optimal level of crime is not zero.

            1. xboxnolifes · 1789630893 · focus · HN ↗

               While true, this is not the context that idea applies to.

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