Sam’s Smoke and Vape fully commits to rigorous age verification procedures to comply with all federal, state, and local laws designed to prevent underage access to tobacco and vaping products. Our multi-layered approach includes the following detailed measures:

1. Strict Age Limit Enforcement: We comply with the federal Tobacco 21 law, ensuring no sales are made to anyone under 18 years of age. This policy is enforced consistently across in-store and online sales.

2. In-Person Verification: For all in-store purchases, every customer who appears to be under 30 is required to present a valid government-issued photo ID (such as a driver’s license, passport, or state ID). Our staff are trained to scrutinize IDs for authenticity and to refuse sales if proper verification cannot be made.

3. Online Age Verification: Our online store utilizes advanced age verification technology that requires customers to confirm their birth date and, when necessary, upload government-issued ID for validation before placing an order. This can include third-party digital verification systems to ensure accuracy and prevent fraudulent use.

4. Delivery Verification: For orders shipped directly to consumers, we implement age verification at the point of delivery when applicable. Delivery personnel are instructed to request valid ID and confirm that the recipient is at least 18 years old before handing over any age-restricted products, ensuring compliance even outside of store premises.

5. Employee Training and Awareness: Our staff undergo ongoing training to stay updated on age verification laws and best practices. They are educated on recognizing fake IDs, understanding changing regulations, and consistently applying our age verification policies without exception.

6. Visible Age Restriction Signage: Both our physical store and website prominently display notices advising that all sales are restricted to customers 21 years or older, reinforcing our commitment to legal compliance and public awareness.

7. Record Keeping and Audits: We maintain records of age verification processes and conduct periodic audits to ensure continuous adherence to legal requirements and internal policies. This helps us promptly address any potential compliance issues.

By implementing these comprehensive age verification measures, Sam’s Smoke and Vape not only meets but exceeds legal mandates to responsibly sell tobacco and vape products. Our approach safeguards youth, protects our business from regulatory risks, and builds trust with our customers and community.