Rejection of military IDs prompts measure

January 10, 2009

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The Union-Tribune (CA)

By Mike Gardner

"[Military] ID cards, used to enter fortified military bases in hot spots worldwide, are not recognized in California as proof of legal drinking age even though a photograph, name and birth date are displayed..."

"In response, Jeffries has introduced legislation to change state policy so military IDs can be accepted as proof of being 21. Under current state law, identification must include a physical description, such as height and weight, which are not displayed on military IDs..."

"Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control spokesman John Carr said the liquor enforcement agency is not likely to yank a license just for accepting a military ID, as long as the person is proved to be 21..."

"However, Jeffries wants certainty..."

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