State Selection Guide - Choosing Your First ID Wisely
Honestly, the biggest takeaway here? Don't just grab a popular state like California or New Jersey because everyone else does. Bouncers see those fakes constantly, trust me. Go for a less common one with simple features – Mississippi or Arkansas are pretty solid. And never skip checking recent OTC reports. Take your time choosing and you'll save yourself a lot of headaches later.
Yeah man, you totally nailed it with the progression path. I learned that the hard way after wasting money on a NY ID that got flagged right away. Honestly, start with something like Florida or Illinois—simple templates and way less risky. Make sure to get a test order in first to check the vendor's quality. Trust me, it saves a ton of headaches down the line. Good luck!
Illinois is decent if you're in the Midwest, but honestly, I wouldn't call it a beginner-friendly choice. The 2021 redesign added enough tricky stuff like OVI, UV, and that specific barcode format that you've really gotta study a real one first. I'd steer new people toward something simpler like Indiana or Missouri instead. Less room for costly mistakes, you know?
Yeah, totally agree with starting simple. I learned the hard way too—first ID was California and it got pulled in like five minutes. Honestly, the UV and raised text are brutal for a newbie. Go with a basic PVC state like Florida or an older teslin Ohio. Way easier to get right and less stuff you can mess up. Just my two cents.
Yeah, Ohio's a solid starter pick for sure. Honestly, the biggest thing that tripped me up was getting the expiration dates right—it's such a small detail but man, easy to mess up. Also, don't skip the UV test, even if it feels like a hassle. Good luck and feel free to ask if anything's unclear.