Utah

Underage alcohol consumption is a significant concern in the United States, leading to a host of problems including academic issues, violent behavior, and motor vehicle accidents. In fact, 12.4% of all individuals aged 16–25 years have reported driving under the influence of alcohol. To combat underage alcohol use, Utah has enacted Utah Code 32B-1-407, which went into effect on July 1, 2022.

New Legislation: Utah Code 32B-1-407

Utah Code 32B-1-407 mandates that an authorized person must verify the age of anyone who appears to be under 35 years of age before any of the following:

1. Gaining admittance to the premises of a bar licensee or tavern.
2. Procuring an alcoholic product on the premises of a dining club licensee.
3. Procuring an alcoholic product in a dispensing area in the premises of a full-service restaurant licensee, a limited-service restaurant licensee, or a beer-only restaurant licensee.

To comply with these requirements, authorized persons must request proof of age and verify the validity of the ID electronically using a verification program.

ID Scanning Requirements

For an electronic verification system to meet the compliance requirements stated in Utah Code 32B-1-407, it must be able to verify proof of age. The technology must also be able to display name, age, date of birth (DOB), gender, etc., to the authorized person.

As a hotel owner or operator in Utah, the law does not explicitly regulate a business’s ability to scan IDs. Utah requires by law to electronically verify the age of a person that appears to be 35 years or younger before allowing them to enter your premises or serving them alcohol. This is where quality ID scanning solutions come into play. Guest Ban’s cloud-based ID Scanning solutions allow those responsible for serving alcohol to:

1. Verify Age
2. Collect Date of Birth
3. Time Stamp ID Scan
4. Automatically Collect Expiration Date of ID
5. Collect ID Number
6. Identify ID Type
7. Automatically Delete Records Every 7 Days

PII and Data Retention

Utah Code 32B-1-407 has certain security requirements that must be implemented to ensure the privacy and security of the data being obtained. Licensees must ensure that all information obtained is only used for purposes of verifying age in accordance with legal requirements. It is also important to note that the data obtained may only be retained for seven days after the date it was originally obtained.

Solutions to Ensure Compliance

Guest Ban offers an extensive suite of options to ensure your business remains compliant. We offer desktop solutions, which can be customized to meet your specific needs. Our cloud visitor management software is also configured to allow complete customization of what data your business stores, and for how long. So, since Utah Code 32B-1-407 only allows recordkeeping for 7 days, you can configure the program to delete those records after the allotted time period.

Our solutions go beyond the requirements; they will enhance your establishment’s operations and increase your bottom line. Some additional features include:

1. Read Drivers Licenses and ID Cards from All 50 States
2. Read All Passports
3. Collect Valuable Demographic Data to Tailor Marketing Efforts
4. Access Scanned Information Remotely
5. Easily Share Information with Law Enforcement

Please note that this information is intended to provide a general overview and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with a legal professional for advice specific to your situation