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Michelle_Hill

02-25-2026 5 views 5 replies

Need help deciding which state ID to get. I live in New Jersey and will mainly use it locally, but I'm not sure if I should get my actual state or choose a different one.

Context:
• College student living in New Jersey
• Will use primarily at local convenience stores, liquor stores, maybe bars
• Not planning anything high-risk
• Want something that won't raise suspicion

My dilemma:

Option 1: Get New Jersey (my actual state)
Pros: Logical to have local ID, won't be questioned
Cons: Local bouncers/cashiers see real New Jersey IDs every day - might scrutinize more closely?

Option 2: Get a different state
Pros: Less familiar = potentially less scrutiny, common for college students
Cons: Might seem odd why I have out-of-state ID

Questions for experienced users:
1. Which approach generally works better?
2. Are certain states known to work better universally?
3. Does it matter that much or am I overthinking?
4. Has anyone successfully used out-of-state ID in their home state?

I want to make the smart choice here. Any advice would be really appreciated!

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02-27-2026 18:20

I ordered on a Monday, got tracking Wednesday, received it the next week. Total of 14 days.

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02-27-2026 12:58

Pro tip for anyone reading: Make sure your photo has really good lighting. Mine got rejected the first time because of shadows.

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02-28-2026 03:53

Just wanted to echo this. My experience was equally positive.

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02-25-2026 23:07

Just wanted to echo this. My experience was equally positive.

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02-25-2026 23:00

This is the most accurate review I've read. Matches my experience perfectly.

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