N.Y. Weighs Making Fake ID Sellers Liable for Damages

October 16, 2007

New York elected officials say they want to hold sellers of fake identification cards liable for damages caused by their underage customers if alcohol was involved.

State Sen. Jeff Klein is among those calling for new legislation to hold fake ID peddlers accountable. He says underage drinkers are able to get fake IDs too easily.

An investigation by his office showed that minors could go into stores around the city and get IDs with little or no verification from the sellers.

The current law holds sellers liable for damages if a buyer was at fault while consuming alcohol.

Topics New York

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  • October 16, 2007 at 2:28 am
    Dread says:
    This is typcial of elected officials and it isn't even election time. Do they actually think sellers of fake I.D.'s have assests or liability policies that would cover this? ... read more
  • October 16, 2007 at 2:24 am
    corn-fuzed says:
    Here is the link to the NY News Publication: http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--fakeids1015oct15,0,2824014.story Why post an article that has no informat... read more
  • October 16, 2007 at 1:45 am
    Joey says:
    Would a toy store then be responsible if I purchased a toy gun and used that to rob a bank?

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