Legal Question in Consumer Law in California

Buying alcohol with a passport?

When asked for ID, I present my passport. Several stores in my area (San Luis Obispo) won't accept them. Is this legal? I thought California State Law said that any federal/state issued id was valid...


Asked on 5/21/07, 10:15 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Buying alcohol with a passport?

Let's face it, some store clerks are dummies. And they are scared of sting operations. Maybe you could complain to the state Alcoholic Beverage Control board.

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Answered on 5/22/07, 2:00 am
Benjamin Berger Berger-Harrison, A Professional Corporation

Re: Buying alcohol with a passport?

I assume you're showing the ID to buy cigarettes or alcohol. They can refuse to sell you that stuff if they don't like your shirt. So, if they don't like your ID, they can also refuse to sell you that stuff. You should politely try to educate the manager. If you can't, you should find a store with less stupid employees.

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Answered on 5/22/07, 1:10 pm


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