"Steven M. Klass" wrote: > > In terms of Fry's.. > When I lived in Wisconsin, you could not legally search anybody > unless if you suspected them of theft ( I worked in theft prevention). In > which case it was a private room and not a public forum. I very rarely pay > any attention to them as I walk past them. If they attempt to stop me, a > stern look usually is all that is needed. If they make a scene, I would > think a public harassment charge could be brought up?.. My thought is, > that if they conducted themselves a bit more professional, and actually did > a search instead of a glance, and (in general) treated you better, I > wouldn't mind it. I can't count the number of times I had to return > already returned merchandise, was treated like a criminal for doing so, > and then questioned about it.. The policy at Checker is currently something like the following: Ask the person if they'd like to purchase the item if they are still in the store. Dont follow anyone. Notify a manager and/or the police. Dont discuss amounts or what on the phone. Let them walk... The general reason for this policy being even a high-value theft is far cheaper than the workers comp that could result from even a simple fistfight, let alone real injuries.... -- jkenner @ mindspring . com__ I Support Linux: _> _ _ |_ _ _ _| Working Together To <__(_||_)| )| `(_|(_)(_| To Build A Better Future. |