ProServe Identification Requirements

Question 1

At what age threshold must a server request identification from a customer in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

Anyone who appears to be under 25 years of age should be asked for identification

Answer

Best practice in Alberta is to ask for ID from anyone who appears to be under 25, even though the legal drinking age is 18. This buffer zone helps prevent inadvertent service to minors.

Question 2

Which of the following is an acceptable form of identification for purchasing alcohol in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

A valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's licence or passport

Answer

Acceptable identification must be government-issued, contain a photo, date of birth, and signature. Examples include a driver's licence, passport, or government-issued ID card.

Question 3

What three elements must be present on an acceptable piece of identification?

Accepted Answer

Photo, date of birth, and signature

Answer

An acceptable ID must contain a photograph of the holder, their date of birth, and their signature. These three elements together help verify the person's identity and age.

Question 4

What should a server do if a customer presents an expired ID?

Accepted Answer

Decline the ID as it is no longer valid and ask for a current form of identification

Answer

Expired identification should not be accepted as it is no longer a valid document. The server should politely ask the customer for a current, valid form of identification.

Question 5

Is a digital copy of an ID (photo on a phone) acceptable for age verification in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

No, the original physical ID document is required for verification

Answer

Digital copies or photos of ID on a phone are generally not accepted for age verification in Alberta. The original physical document is required as digital copies can be easily altered or belong to someone else.

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ProServe Identification Requirements