Massage Parlor Reports

[OlderThanRocks]

No. That is incorrect.

As I read HB197, they are not required to scan, or even view, your ID. The law simply states they are required to "verify", but does not demand examination of government issued ID.

There is only the suggestion that medical records (protected, to some extent, by HIPAA), MAY be used to satisfy record keeping. but this is only ONE WAY to do so, and does not require a specific method. Additionally, HB197 wording clearly states "A copy of the clients or patients photo ID may be used to provide the full legal name and home address." By use of the word MAY, there can be no REQUIREMENT.

How they choose to "verify" would seem to have been left ambiguous by the wording of the law, so if LE wants to criticize their verification procedures, LE would have a difficult time enforcing any sort of government issued ID check... as the law fails to demand that action on the part of the Massage Establishment.

My bad. Admittedly I haven't read the law. I believed that showing a photo ID was going to be a requirement based on what others have said here. Thanks for clarifying.

Regarding use of a "fake ID", McLovin' or otherwise, Florida Law stipulates that it's illegal to possess and/or display a fake, forged, stolen, counterfeit or borrowed driver's license or state-issued identification card. The statute (Florida Statute 322.212) makes the mere possession of a fake ID a crime the ID does not need to be used for any particular purpose. If you are caught with a fake ID, the penalty can be filed (at the discretion of the States Attorney) as a third-degree felony carrying a jail sentence of up to 5 years with a fine up to $5000 (that's a lot of hobby-dollars).

So, if one wanted to employ use of a "fake ID", make sure it's a bogus Employment Badge or Identification, or some other NON-GOVERNMENT issued ID, with the necessary information to satisfy any AMP asking for ID. However, if an AMP is asking/demanding an ID, I'll just bet they won't take anything but a Driver License or State ID, simply because they're already being overly zealous about the perceived requirements.

Also, good to know -- but I wonder if that's one of those laws that's rarely prosecuted -- unless they really want to bust you.

I know that there are quite a few Fake IDs already in circulation and being used all the time to get into bars, etc.

[Dr Willy]

So your strategy is to drive the AMPs out of Florida because they won't be able to make money as they're being forced to do this?

No. That is incorrect.

As I read HB197, they are not required to scan, or even view, your ID. The law simply states they are required to "verify", but does not demand examination of government issued ID.

There is only the suggestion that medical records (protected, to some extent, by HIPAA), MAY be used to satisfy record keeping, but this is only ONE WAY to do so, and does not require a specific method. Additionally, HB197 wording clearly states "A copy of the clients or patients photo ID may be used to provide the full legal name and home address." By use of the word MAY, there can be no REQUIREMENT.

How they choose to "verify" would seem to have been left ambiguous by the wording of the law, so if LE wants to criticize their verification procedures, LE would have a difficult time enforcing any sort of government issued ID check... as the law fails to demand that action on the part of the Massage Establishment.

Based on the fact that NO other place has (yet) reported to be demanding ID's, I'm simply suggesting a customer should patronize THOSE places. At the time that ALL places start demanding ID's, then the game has changed and different rules would apply. Someone let me know when that happens.

Regarding use of a "fake ID", McLovin' or otherwise, Florida Law stipulates that it's illegal to possess and/or display a fake, forged, stolen, counterfeit or borrowed driver's license or state-issued identification card. The statute (Florida Statute 322.212) makes the mere possession of a fake ID a crime, and the ID does not need to be used for any particular purpose. If you are caught with a fake ID, the penalty can be filed (at the discretion of the States Attorney) as a third-degree felony carrying a jail sentence of up to 5 years with a fine up to $5000 (that's a lot of hobby-dollars).

So, if one wanted to employ use of a "fake ID", make sure it's a bogus Employment Badge or Identification, or some other NON-GOVERNMENT issued ID, with the necessary information to satisfy any AMP asking for ID. However, if an AMP is asking/demanding an ID, I'll just bet they won't take anything but a Driver License or State ID, simply because they're already being overly zealous about the perceived requirements.

By the time this all works itself out in a few months, all of the hullabellew will likely have amounted to a giant "Nothing Burger" (I don't know WHAT Louella Parsons was thinking when she coined that stupid term, but it's the dumbest metaphor I've ever heard!).

[OlderThanRocks]

Did they DEMAND your ID, or did you offer it up proactively, or simply just hand it over when asked?

Had they asked ME for my ID, I would have bluntly told them that I don't bring valuables into the spa, including wallet (with ID). If they refused all service WITHOUT me handing over my ID, I would have excused myself to (ostensibly) go out to my car to fetch it ... and then simply driven away to another AMP. If everyone would do that, they'd see their business volume plummet and they might change their ways.

So your strategy is to drive the AMPs out of Florida because they won't be able to make money as they're being forced to do this?

The way I figure it. If the businesses don't have any way around doing this -- I doubt they're going to be required to truly validate that the I'd isn't fake.

So we can all buy fake IDs or just quickly Photoshop, print out, and laminate a fake copy of your real one that you use for the hobby.

Just don't try to board a plane with it.

[Dr Willy]

Blue ocean they scanned my I'd.

Did they DEMAND your ID, or did you offer it up proactively, or simply just hand it over when asked?

Had they asked ME for my ID, I would have bluntly told them that I don't bring valuables into the spa, including wallet (with ID). If they refused all service WITHOUT me handing over my ID, I would have excused myself to (ostensibly) go out to my car to fetch it ... and then simply driven away to another AMP. If everyone would do that, they'd see their business volume plummet and they might change their ways.

[HotBoss]

It was my understanding as well that it went into effect on July 1, but they're giving the establishments a 2 month grace period to get up to code before they start enforcing it.

I've also heard this and it may be true, but I have a different thought.

I don't think LEO is going to go out of their way to find violations. I think there's an opportunity to use these new regulations to quickly and effortlessly close a targeted massage parlor. Most "raids" at AMP's are a result complaints submitted by angry neighbors or competitors. Those complaints are eventually investigated but now you can look at the front window and the case is closed. If they go inside, they'll see where the ladies rest between customers, and likely find a box full of incomplete records. Should we feel bad for the undercovers that don't need to get free massages anymore?

I was at a place two days ago that was getting their pre-opening massage license inspection. The door was locked when I arrived, I knocked, they let me inside. I was told that the inspector had just left and that they passed the inspection. They were preparing to open when I arrived. They had no knowledge of the new requirements. I was surprised they were allowed to open.

In time, AMP's will teach each other how to comply and we'll lose some in the process. The law should be challenged in court because some components are clearly impossible to follow.

[TimmyHill]

So after the new law has anyone experienced any changes in protocol. Do you have to full out a form, show I'd, or provide any identifying information before or after service?

Blue ocean they scanned my I'd.

[Big In Japan]

Based on July 1 goes into effect. Sept 1 start enforcementbut I could be wrongI think I read somewhere else , maybe in the bill, it was based on July 1, and then enforced Sept 1 because of all the renovations needed, so not to block out glassetc

It was my understanding as well that it went into effect on July 1, but they're giving the establishments a 2 month grace period to get up to code before they start enforcing it.

[Faustder]

Recalled 've read the article and analysis from a post back in May, so assume July effective.

Hopefully I still have a chance to catch spinner Chloe at Spring before she leaves.

Where does it say that?? This article was posted in early may, meaning two months until July 1, right?

[Soft7]

Our favorite places have 2 months from July 1 to come into compliance. Meaning Sept 1 is when the state health professionals will start cracking down.

https://fcachiro.org/blogpost/211769...nto-Compliance

Enjoy the next couple months.

RR.

Where does it say that?? This article was posted in early may, meaning two months until July 1, right?

[RowdyReptile]

If I'm not mistaken, this article was made 2 months ago on May, and 2 months later would have been starting July 1st when the laws are now in effect, and not September?

Based on July 1 goes into effect. Sept 1 start enforcement……but I could be wrong…I think I read somewhere else , maybe in the bill, it was based on July 1, and then enforced Sept 1 because of all the renovations needed, so not to block out glass…etc

[ForestGreen213]

So after the new law has anyone experienced any changes in protocol. Do you have to full out a form, show I'd, or provide any identifying information before or after service?

[PowerLifter]

Our favorite places have 2 months from July 1 to come into compliance. Meaning Sept 1 is when the state health professionals will start cracking down.

https://fcachiro.org/blogpost/211769...nto-Compliance.

If I'm not mistaken, this article was made 2 months ago on May, and 2 months later would have been starting July 1st when the laws are now in effect, and not September?

[RowdyReptile]

Our favorite places have 2 months from July 1 to come into compliance. Meaning Sept 1 is when the state health professionals will start cracking down.

https://fcachiro.org/blogpost/211769...nto-Compliance

Enjoy the next couple months.

RR.

[RowdyOne999]

Does anyone know where Jay Jay that was at spring went and when she may return, had a couple really good times with her and would like to repeat, ty.

[Jack1964]

What time of day did you go? I'm wondering what the best time of day would be to go so a person doesn't have to experience that kind of situation??

I hit it on a Thursday around 2:30, looked slow. No interruption, one doorbell ring the whole hour. Blue was great.