Before you can verify anyone's age, you need the right tools and knowledge:

• Government-issued photo ID – driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Make sure it's valid and not expired.
• Staff training – everyone on the register should know how to inspect an ID, spot obvious fakes, and handle refusals politely.
• A policy – write down your procedure. Who checks? What if the ID looks altered? When do you escalate?
• A log – keep a record of refusals and tricky checks. This can protect you if a dispute arises.

Missing any of these? That's a gap in your compliance.