Asking for ID is really starting to annoy me

[Guest angelcross2]

Ever since I started reading all the info on here(particularly by George) about not needing to show ID with a signed credit card it annoys me to get asked for my ID. I know they aren't suppose to ask for it but I generally do show it because I am a wimp and hate confrontation. It has just really started to irk me when I hear them ask for ID. I actually almost said something today to the sales lady.

[GEORGE]

Ever since I started reading all the info on here(particularly by George) about not needing to show ID with a signed credit card it annoys me to get asked for my ID. I know they aren't suppose to ask for it but I generally do show it because I am a wimp and hate confrontation. It has just really started to irk me when I hear them ask for ID. I actually almost said something today to the sales lady.

"NO THANK YOU--MY CARD IS SIGNED"

[GEORGE]

THEY PUSH IT...JUST WALK

[lilone]

2-3 seconds is all it takes to show it. Pick your battles because in life, there are bigger battles worth picking!

[GEORGE]

My ID can't be used for ILLEGAL purposes when it NEVER is taken out of my wallet

[soulstealer]

Annoys me too! I got asked for ID yesterday at Victoria's Secret. I didn't show it though.

[LynnInMN]

I was asked a week or so ago at IKEA. They refused to sell without ID! I walked. Filed a complaint with VISA. I know have a letter on VISA letter head with the rules on it and a case #. Plan on going back to IKEA shortly....with letter in hand of course!!

[GEORGE]

I was asked a week or so ago at IKEA. They refused to sell without ID! I walked. Filed a complaint with VISA. I know have a letter on VISA letter head with the rules on it and a case #. Plan on going back to IKEA shortly....with letter in hand of course!!

I HOPE YOU WERE SPENDING MORE THAN JUST $20

 

DON'T BUY ANYTHING (even if they back-off) AFTER READING THE LETTER

[coorslight]

I dont understand what all the fuss is about? Don't they ask for ID to protect you the consumer? Something Im not aware of here ???

 

All my cards are signed "CHECK ID" and even with that they dont ask for it very often; though I wouldnt mind if they did. I figure they ask maybe 10% or less of the time - I truly wish it was 100% of the time!

[lookin4info]

Ever since I started reading all the info on here(particularly by George) about not needing to show ID with a signed credit card it annoys me to get asked for my ID. I know they aren't suppose to ask for it but I generally do show it because I am a wimp and hate confrontation. It has just really started to irk me when I hear them ask for ID. I actually almost said something today to the sales lady.

"NO THANK YOU--MY CARD IS SIGNED"

 

 

Even if the card is signed they tell me they need to compare the signature to my lisence.

[GEORGE]

I dont understand what all the fuss is about? Don't they ask for ID to protect you the consumer? Something Im not aware of here ???

 

All my cards are signed "CHECK ID" and even with that they dont ask for it very often; though I wouldnt mind if they did. I figure they ask maybe 10% or less of the time - I truly wish it was 100% of the time!

IF YOU FEEL FAR SUPERIOR BY SHOWING YOUR ID...GO RIGHT AHEAD

[GEORGE]

VOID IF NOT SIGNED

 

NOT VALID UNLESS SIGNED

 

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

 

THEY PUT THAT JUST WASTE INK...DON'T THEY???<---

[GEORGE]

Ever since I started reading all the info on here(particularly by George) about not needing to show ID with a signed credit card it annoys me to get asked for my ID. I know they aren't suppose to ask for it but I generally do show it because I am a wimp and hate confrontation. It has just really started to irk me when I hear them ask for ID. I actually almost said something today to the sales lady.

"NO THANK YOU--MY CARD IS SIGNED"

 

 

Even if the card is signed they tell me they need to compare the signature to my lisence.

MY LICENSE WAS SIGNED LIKE MORE THAN 15 YEARS AGO (US MAIL RENEWAL)

[GEORGE]

My signature can change from week to week...month to month...year to year

 

WOULD IT EVEN LOOK ANYTHING LIKE A 15+ YEAR OLD SIGNATURE???

[coorslight]

VOID IF NOT SIGNED

 

NOT VALID UNLESS SIGNED

 

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

 

THEY PUT THAT JUST WASTE INK...DON'T THEY???<---

 

My cards ALSO have my signature and no I dont feel superior requesting them to look for ID. LOL

 

So please elaborate on the fuss......

Edited August 24, 2006 by coorslight

[TxQuiltGirl]

Do a search - this has been debated here ad naseum.

[GEORGE]

VISA MC policies

 

http://creditboards.com/forums/index.php?showforum=40

Edited August 24, 2006 by GEORGE

[tfmotors]

2-3 seconds is all it takes to show it. Pick your battles because in life, there are bigger battles worth picking!

I hate to disagree w/GEORGE since I have received such good info from him. But I have agree with lilone, there are bigger battles in life than arguing with a $7.00hr clerk about Visa/MC policies.

[SmartAlec]

2-3 seconds is all it takes to show it. Pick your battles because in life, there are bigger battles worth picking!

I hate to disagree w/GEORGE since I have received such good info from him. But I have agree with lilone, there are bigger battles in life than arguing with a $7.00hr clerk about Visa/MC policies.

 

 

At the same time, little battles like this can be perfect practice and give you the much needed confidence for bigger battles that may want to pick later ...just my 2cents

[GEORGE]

2-3 seconds is all it takes to show it. Pick your battles because in life, there are bigger battles worth picking!

I hate to disagree w/GEORGE since I have received such good info from him. But I have agree with lilone, there are bigger battles in life than arguing with a $7.00hr clerk about Visa/MC policies.

I DON'T READ S/L MEMBERS POSTS

 

What are these bigger battles one has to attack???

[GEORGE]

2-3 seconds is all it takes to show it. Pick your battles because in life, there are bigger battles worth picking!

I hate to disagree w/GEORGE since I have received such good info from him. But I have agree with lilone, there are bigger battles in life than arguing with a $7.00hr clerk about Visa/MC policies.

I DON'T READ S/L MEMBERS POSTS

 

What are these bigger battles one has to attack???

...AND I DON'T ARGUE

 

I ONLY STATE THE FACTS

 

THEY BACK DOWN WHEN I SAY NO or I WALK

 

I DON'T GET OUT CASH (since I don't have any)

[lilac]

I have to admit when they ask for ID at Sally Beauty Supply I show it. I can't afford to walk out without my tube of hair color.

[gto]

It annoys me too. I usually just show it and then mention to the cashier that it's against visa/mc policy. I know they' are just doing what they were told to do.

[GEORGE]

2-3 seconds is all it takes to show it. Pick your battles because in life, there are bigger battles worth picking!

I hate to disagree w/GEORGE since I have received such good info from him. But I have agree with lilone, there are bigger battles in life than arguing with a $7.00hr clerk about Visa/MC policies.

 

 

At the same time, little battles like this can be perfect practice and give you the much needed confidence for bigger battles that may want to pick later ...just my 2cents

I WORK RETAIL

 

I HAVE TO STAND MY GROUND

 

I CAN'T BE A WIMP

 

I do have some le-way when the customer is nice

 

WHEN THEY FIGHT AND HAVE ATTITUDE FROM THE GET GO

 

THEY GET NO PLACE WITH ME

[GEORGE]

It annoys me too. I usually just show it and then mention to the cashier that it's against visa/mc policy. I know they' are just doing what they were told to do.

...AND IF THEY WERE TOLD TO PICK THEIR NOSE FOR EVERY SALE THEY WOULD DO THAT TOO???