Prozs End of the Line Bar in Devils Lake, ND has recently received a Forensic ID scanner which can detect fake IDs from underage individuals, in partnership with Lake Region District Health Unit (LRDHU) and North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services.We were able to provide training to the owner and staff when we delivered the ID scanner. “We are pleased with the relationship we are building with our alcohol establishments and their willingness to support our local effort toward a safer community” says Lori Stevenson, Prevention Specialist from LRDHU.
Underage drinking has been identified as a problem across the country. Locally, 25% of high school students report underage drinking in the last 30 days and 15% reported binge drinking, defined by 5 or more drinks in a sitting, in the last 30 days. Alcohol can have a devastating effect on the developing brain. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reports that “the earlier people start drinking alcohol, the more likely they are to experience impact on cognitive functions, memory, and school performance over time, perhaps even into adulthood.” In our recent local community Substance Use Survey, 26% of people answered fake IDS as the way youth are obtaining alcohol. Together let’s prevent underage drinking.
LRDHU has two handheld scanners that can be checked out for special events, where alcohol is being served, by calling 701-662-7046. Ext 3.
