ServSafe Alcohol Practice Exam

What does a ghost photo on an ID indicate?

1. Possible forgery

2. Legitimate use

3. Recent birth date

4. State approval

The correct answer is: Legitimate use

A ghost photo on an ID typically indicates that the individual has a legitimate ID that has undergone security updates to prevent counterfeiting. This feature is a design element where a second, smaller photograph of the ID holder appears alongside the main photo, often with a slightly different opacity or coloration. This design serves as an additional layer of verification, helping to ensure that the ID is indeed authentic and has not been tampered with. In contexts where verification of identity is crucial, such as the sale of alcoholic beverages, a ghost photo can enhance confidence in the validity of the identification presented. The presence of a ghost photo is recognized within the industry as a standard feature on many official and modern identifications, which facilitates smoother transactions and compliance with legal requirements regarding age verification.