Fake It Till You Make It: The Ultimate Fake ID Guide 2010 Version 8

Outline of the article ----------------------- H1: The Ultimate Fake ID Guide 2010 Version 8 H2: Introduction H3: What is a fake ID and why do people use it? H3: What are the risks and consequences of using a fake ID? H3: How to spot a fake ID? H2: How to make a fake ID? H3: Method 1: Making a simple fake out of cardstock H4: Step 1: Scan the front and the back of an ID H4: Step 2: Open the front of your ID with an image-editing program H4: Step 3: Paste a new photo over the current ID's image H4: Step 4: Edit the text on the ID H4: Step 5: Print the ID on cardstock paper H3: Method 2: Printing a high-quality fake ID H4: Step 1: Download a state or regional ID template H4: Step 2: Fill in the template with your information and photo H4: Step 3: Print the template on Teslin paper H4: Step 4: Laminate the ID with a hologram overlay H2: How to use a fake ID? H3: Tips and tricks for using a fake ID successfully H3: Common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid when using a fake ID H2: Conclusion H3: Summary of the main points H3: Disclaimer and warning --- # The Ultimate Fake ID Guide 2010 Version 8 ## Introduction Have you ever wanted to get into a bar, club, or casino that requires an ID, but you're underage or don't have one? Have you ever wanted to buy alcohol, cigarettes, or other age-restricted products, but you don't have the legal age to do so? Have you ever wanted to travel, work, or access certain services, but you don't have a valid identification document? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be interested in getting a fake ID. A fake ID is any form of identification that is forged, altered, or otherwise not issued by a legitimate authority. Fake IDs are used by people who want to bypass age verification, identity verification, or other security measures. But before you rush to get your own fake ID, you should know that there are many risks and consequences involved in using one. Fake IDs are illegal in most jurisdictions, and getting caught with one can result in fines, jail time, or even worse. Fake IDs are also not foolproof, and there are many ways to spot a fake ID from a real one. In this article, we will show you how to make a fake ID from an existing ID card and/or a state or regional ID template, and how to print your ID onto convincing materials. We will also give you some tips and tricks on how to use a fake ID successfully, and some common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid when using a fake ID. But before we get into that, let's first understand what a fake ID is and why people use it. ## What is a fake ID and why do people use it? A fake ID is any form of identification that is forged, altered, or otherwise not issued by a legitimate authority. Fake IDs can take many forms, such as driver's licenses, passports, birth certificates, student cards, military IDs, etc. Fake IDs can also be classified into two types: - Novelty IDs: These are fake IDs that are made for fun or entertainment purposes only. They are not meant to be used as real IDs in any situation. They may have humorous or fictional information on them, such as names of celebrities or characters from movies or TV shows. Novelty IDs are usually easy to spot and do not have any security features on them. - Fraudulent IDs: These are fake IDs that are made for deceptive or illegal purposes. They are meant to be used as real IDs in situations where identification is required or beneficial. They may have realistic or stolen information on them, such as names of real people or addresses of real places. Fraudulent IDs are usually hard to spot and have some security features on them, such as holograms, barcodes, or magnetic stripes. People use fake IDs for various reasons, depending on their type and purpose. Some of the most common reasons are: - To bypass age verification: This is the most common reason why people use fake IDs. Many places and products have age restrictions, such as bars, clubs, casinos, alcohol, cigarettes, etc. People who are underage or do not have a valid ID may use a fake ID to gain access or purchase these things. - To bypass identity verification: This is another common reason why people use fake IDs. Many services and transactions require identity verification, such as travel, work, banking, health care, etc. People who do not have a valid ID or who want to hide their identity may use a fake ID to access or use these services. - To commit fraud or crime: This is a less common but more serious reason why people use fake IDs. Some people may use fake IDs to impersonate someone else, to obtain benefits or privileges that they are not entitled to, or to avoid detection or prosecution for their illegal activities. ## What are the risks and consequences of using a fake ID? Using a fake ID may seem like a convenient and harmless way to get what you want, but it is not without risks and consequences. Fake IDs are illegal in most jurisdictions, and getting caught with one can result in serious legal troubles. Some of the possible penalties are: - Fines: Depending on the jurisdiction and the severity of the offense, you may have to pay a fine ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars for using a fake ID. - Jail time: Depending on the jurisdiction and the severity of the offense, you may have to spend some time in jail ranging from a few days to several years for using a fake ID. - Criminal record: Depending on the jurisdiction and the severity of the offense, you may end up with a criminal record for using a fake ID. This can affect your future opportunities for education, employment, travel, etc. - Confiscation: Depending on the jurisdiction and the situation, your fake ID may be confiscated by the authorities or the establishment where you used it. You may not be able to get it back or get a refund for it. - Suspension: Depending on the jurisdiction and the situation, you may face suspension from your school, college, or university for using a fake ID. You may also lose your scholarships, grants, or other academic benefits. - Revocation: Depending on the jurisdiction and the situation, you may face revocation of your real ID or license for using a fake ID. You may also lose your driving privileges, voting rights, or other civic rights. In addition to these legal consequences, using a fake ID can also have some personal and social consequences. Some of them are: - Loss of trust: Using a fake ID can damage your reputation and credibility among your family, friends, peers, employers, etc. They may lose trust in you and question your honesty and integrity. - Loss of respect: Using a fake ID can lower your self-esteem and self-respect. You may feel guilty, ashamed, or embarrassed for lying about your identity and breaking the law. - Loss of safety: Using a fake ID can put you in danger of physical harm or identity theft. You may encounter violent or fraudulent people who may harm you or steal your information. As you can see, using a fake ID is not worth the risks and consequences that come with it. It is better to wait until you are of legal age or obtain a valid ID than to resort to using a fake one. ## How to spot a fake ID? If you are in a position where you have to verify someone's age or identitywhether as a bouncer at a club, a cashier at a store, a security guard at an airport, etc.it is important that you know how to spot a fake ID from a real one. Fake IDs are becoming more sophisticated and harder to detect, but there are still some signs that can give them away. Here are some steps that you can follow to spot a fake ID: 1. Know what to look for: Each state's IDs are somewhat different. Accordingly, you should learn the security features used on IDs in your state and in surrounding states. Fortunately, there is plenty of information available: - Purchase the I.D. Checking Guide from the Drivers License Guide Company. It contains updated information on licenses in the U.S. and Canada. - Pick up any state-published reference. Your state might have published a booklet or handout on authenticating their state IDs. Check with your states Department of Motor Vehicles. - Compare the identification to one you know is valid. If you dont have an I.D. checking guide, you can compare the ID to one you know is validmaybe even your own. Check how similar they are. --- 2. Examine the microprint with a magnifying glass: Almost all states use microprint as a security feature. It looks like a straight line, but when magnified 10 times you can see the words clearly. Use a 10X magnifying glass to check whether the ID has microprint. The microprint will be located on different positions, depending on which states ID you are looking at. 3. Hold the card under ultraviolet light: Depending on your state, certain security features will show up under ultraviolet light. For example, in California, you can see a second, lighter image of the cardholder only under UV light. 4. Feel the card: Your sense of touch can pick up on many signs of fraud. Some legitimate IDs may be tampered with, and you may be able to identify this through touch. For example: - Feel the edges of the ID, which should be smooth and not peeling. - The card shouldnt be flimsy and bend easily. - Run a thumb over the picture and check its thickness. On some fake IDs, a picture is pasted over the original one, so the ID is especially thick there. - Some information may also be tactile. For instance, in some states, the date of birth or the signature may be raised or embossed. 5. Look at the cardholder: Sometimes, the best way to spot a fake ID is to look at the person who is presenting it. Compare their appearance and behavior to the information and photo on the ID. For example: - Check their height and weight. Do they match the ID? - Check their eye and hair color. Do they match the ID? - Check their age and date of birth. Do they look like they are that old? - Check their signature. Ask them to sign their name and compare it to the ID. - Check their demeanor. Are they nervous, fidgety, or sweating? Are they avoiding eye contact or giving too much eye contact? If you have any doubts or suspicions about an ID, you should ask for another form of identification or verification, such as a credit card, a student card, or a phone number. You can also ask them some questions about their ID, such as their address, zip code, or zodiac sign. If they hesitate or give wrong answers, you can assume that their ID is fake. ## How to make a fake ID? If you still want to make a fake ID despite knowing the risks and consequences involved, you should know that there are different methods and levels of quality that you can choose from. Some methods are easier and cheaper than others, but they also produce lower-quality IDs that are easier to spot and more likely to get you in trouble. In this section, we will show you two methods of making a fake ID: one that is simple and cheap but low-quality, and one that is more complex and expensive but high-quality. ### Method 1: Making a simple fake out of cardstock This method involves using an existing ID card and modifying it with an image-editing program and a printer. This method is easy and cheap, but it also produces a low-quality fake that is likely to fail under close inspection or scrutiny. Here are the steps for making a simple fake out of cardstock: 1. Scan the front and the back of an ID: You can either use your own ID and change the text, or you can use someone elses ID and change the image so long as their measurements, hair, and eye color are a match. Regardless of which option you choose, you need to scan the ID using a scanner. Scan the back of the ID as well to ensure that the barcode on the back will match the ID on the front. - The barcode on the back is encoded with the information on the front. Even if youre changing the text, you still want it to show the same state, license number, and unmodified information. - It is easier to change a photo than to change the text. 2. Open the front of your ID with an image-editing program: If you dont know or have an image-editing program like Photoshop, GIMP, or Photoscape, you can use an online image editor like Sumo Paint or Paint.Net. Open the image in your program of choice to adjust the ID. - You can find Sumo Paint at https://www.sumopaint.com/ and Paint.Net at https://www.getpaint.net/. Both of these online programs are free to use. 3. Paste a new photo over the current IDs image: If you scanned someone elses ID, you need to replace the photo with your own. Open the photo that youre going to use to replace the current photo. Trim the photo so that it is a similar size to the original IDs photo. Export the new photo to a separate file and then open it in the same project as the scanned ID. Drag it on top of the original photo until youre happy with the location. - Alternatively, you can put the new photo over the location where the photo belongs on the ID and then cut the sides of the image off with the crop tool in whatever program youre using. - Hold the shift key down in Microsoft programs while dragging the corner of a photo to keep the ratio between the sides of the image identical to the original photo. - If your new photo wont go in front of the ID, right click it and find the layers tab. Select bring it to the front or front to make it lay on top of the ID. 4. Edit the text on the ID: If you scanned your own ID, you need to change the text to match your desired information. Use the text tool in your program to select and edit the text on the ID. You may need to adjust the font size, color, and style to match the original text. - You can use a website like https://www.whatfontis.com/ to identify and download the font used on your ID. - You can use a website like https://www.fakenamegenerator.com/ to generate realistic fake information for your ID. 5. Print the ID on cardstock paper: Once you are done editing your ID, you need to print it on cardstock paper. Cardstock paper is thicker and stiffer than regular paper, and it will make your fake ID more durable and realistic. You can buy cardstock paper at any office supply store or online. - Make sure to print both sides of your ID and align them properly. - You may need to adjust the print settings on your printer to get the best quality and size for your ID. ### Method 2: Printing a high-quality fake ID This method involves using a state or regional ID template and printing it on a special material called Teslin paper. This method is more complex and expensive, but it also produces a high-quality fake that is harder to detect and more likely to pass inspection or scrutiny. Here are the steps for printing a high-quality fake ID: 1. Download a state or regional ID template: You can find many state or regional ID templates online, either for free or for a fee. Some websites that offer ID templates are: - https://www.idgod.ph/ - https://idviking.com/ - https://www.idhurry.com/ Choose a template that matches your desired state or region, and download it to your computer. 2. Fill in the template with your information and photo: Open the template with an image-editing program like Photoshop, GIMP, or Photoscape. Fill in the blank fields with your information and photo. You can use a website like https://www.fakenamegenerator.com/ to generate realistic fake information for your ID. - Make sure to use a high-resolution photo that matches your appearance and measurements. - Make sure to use fonts, colors, and styles that match the original ID. 3. Print the template on Teslin paper: Teslin paper is a synthetic material that is similar to PVC plastic. It is flexible, durable, and waterproof, and it can be printed with inkjet or laser printers. It is also compatible with hologram overlays, which are thin sheets of plastic that have holographic images on them. You can buy Teslin paper and hologram overlays online or at some specialty stores. - Make sure to print both sides of your template and align them properly. - Make sure to choose a hologram overlay that matches your state or region. 4. Laminate the ID with a hologram overlay: Once you have printed your template on Teslin paper, you need to laminate it with a hologram overlay. This will give your fake ID a glossy finish and a holographic security feature that will make it more realistic and harder to spot. To laminate your ID, you will need an iron or a laminator. - Place your Teslin paper between two sheets of hologram overlay, making sure that they are aligned correctly. - Place them between two sheets of parchment paper or cardstock paper, making sure that they are larger than your Teslin paper. - Heat up your iron or laminator, and press it over your parchment paper or cardstock paper for about 15 seconds. --- - paper. You should have a laminated ID with a hologram overlay on both sides. ## How to use a fake ID? If you have successfully made a fake ID, you may be tempted to use it in various situations where identification is required or beneficial. However, you should be aware that using a fake ID is not as easy or safe as it may seem. There are many factors that can affect your chances of using a fake ID successfully, and many risks that can result from using a fake ID unsuccessfully. In this section, we will give you some tips and tricks on how to use a fake ID successfully, and some common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid when using a fake ID. ### Tips and tricks for using a fake ID successfully Here are some tips and tricks that can help you use a fake ID successfully: - Memorize your information: Before using your fake ID, you should memorize all the information on it, such as your name, date of birth, address, etc. You should also memorize some related information, such as your zodiac sign, your state's capital, or your school's mascot. You never know when someone might ask you a question to verify your identity. - Practice your signature: Before using your fake ID, you should practice signing your name as it appears on the ID. You should also practice signing it with different pens and on different surfaces. You never know when someone might ask you to sign something to verify your identity. - Dress appropriately: Before using your fake ID, you should dress appropriately for your age and the situation. You should avoid wearing anything that might draw attention to yourself or make you look out of place. For example, if you are using a fake ID to get into a bar, you should avoid wearing a high school jacket or a backpack. If you are using a fake ID to buy alcohol, you should avoid wearing anything that might indicate that you are underage, such as braces or cartoon characters. - Act confidently: Before using your fake ID, you should act confidently and calmly. You should avoid showing any signs of nervousness or anxiety, such as fidgeting, sweating, or stuttering. You should also avoid giving too much or too little eye contact. You should act like you have nothing to hide and nothing to fear. - Choose your location wisely: Before using your fake ID, you should choose your location wisely. You should avoid places that are known for being strict or suspicious with IDs, such as airports, casinos, or government buildings. You should also avoid places that are frequented by people who might know you or recognize you, such as your hometown, your school, or your workplace. - Be prepared for rejection: Before using your fake ID, you should be prepared for rejection. You should have a backup plan in case your fake ID is denied or confiscated. You should also have an exit strategy in case things get ugly or dangerous. You should never argue or fight with anyone who rejects or questions your fake ID. You should al