A patron hands their ID to a friend who hands it to the bartender. The photo and birth date appear to match the friend handing it over, but not the original patron. The bartender should:
Explanation
Each patron purchasing or being served alcohol must individually present valid ID matching themselves under §25660. 'Pass-along' or 'hand-off' attempts — where one friend tries to use the same ID to obtain drinks for two — are a classic underage tactic that the server must recognize. The server must require ID from the actual consumer, refuse service if none can be produced, and may seize an obviously borrowed ID under §25659 (turning it over to local law enforcement within 24 hours). Reciting an address (b) is not a §25660-listed verification method and is no defense to §25658 if the ID later turns out to be borrowed.
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