Express Mart Convenience Store

Went to buy a lighter and I have an out of state ID that didn't scan. I was told that it's a LAW and company policy that IDs have to scan, and if a cop was standing here he would verify that. After 30 seconds on my phone I found the NYS handbook and it says nothing about needing a scanning ID to buy alcohol in NYS. Like EVERYWHERE ELSE in the USA you just need a valid government issued ID like the OR drivers licence I have. The only other ID I have is a passport and who is walking around with that on any given day? No one.

I was under the impression that to sell 18+ products you had to have a clear understanding of the tobacco and liquor laws. A cashier mindlessly scanning IDs is going to result in them selling to underage people. Also how do you expect to be part of any kind of tourism in your state if people with out of state IDs can buy beer, tobacco, or a lighter.

Oh and I'm 31 years old....