Take off your hat in Regions Bank.

[Tigerfish]

Im surprised myself to the responses here. First Off one of the above posts was right a Criminal will not obey those SILLY rules. Who cares if you have a ball cap on.. Second the post of "wouldnt you like to know who steals your money" is lame because FDIC covers up to 250k, The Bank wont release that much money without a bunch of hassle (ever try to get like 5k out?). Also if you have more than 250k in cash you are investing wrong.

It is about privacy and this Nanny state everyone is expected to just "comply." Cause no trouble obey, resistance is futile.

I would take my business elsewhere, They may not feel your loss, but if more do it just like anything else they will eventually.

I am really considering moving all my stuff from Chase because they have this new rule that I need to show ID to deposit Cash into my account. Its OK since Most runs through my business account and they dont require ID for deposit haha.

As the person above that works at the Bank and says people are asses and you dont make the policy.. Oh Well you are the Face of the Bank and get paid to take the grunt of your employers so if you dont like it you are free to leave as well.

Im just amazed at people on here that say you should just lay down and take it.

It's about privacy? I'm always amazed when people venture out into PUBLIC then demand privacy.....

As for as checking IDs for deposits on personal accounts, I'm pretty sure that's a federal requirement supposedly to help determine transfer to "terrorists" groups. Not required for business because it really doesn't matter who makes the deposit, they would come back on the owner of the company anyway.

The teller, and other front line employees, are there to process your banking, or other service, requests. NOT TO BE YOUR VERBAL PUNCHING BAG.....time to take off the tin foil hat



World full of pricks and douche bags......

 

[1911Dave]

Wow people need to chill out. Is taking your hat off really a big deal? People acting like its a "big brother" thing and "your being watched" need to get over themselves. That gets taken too far. You are not as important as you think you are.

 

[jmcrawf1]

Wow people need to chill out. Is taking your hat off really a big deal? People acting like its a "big brother" thing and "your being watched" need to get over themselves. That gets taken too far. You are not as important as you think you are.

yup

 

[Fred_G]

Is it really that big of a deal though? I mean I had a guy turn red and threaten to jump over the counter if we didn't cash his check...all because he didn't want to take his hat off. The immediate assumption was that he was doing something illegal. It is usually a 30 second encounter. Why not just cooperate and be cool about it like most people are? Is being asked to remove a hat really a big insult?

I agree, what is the big deal, we know it is for the cameras. But, OP did not get red in the face and yell. He left, decided to take his binus elsewhere. Is that not the purpose of the free market? Why not have customers strip to enter the bank, anyone with clothes on is a criminal... Ridiculous I know. But, the OP did not like the policy, and left without the police needing to be called, and wants to do binus elsewhere. What is wrong with that?

The free market tells me if I don't like the burger served, I go elsewhere, and find the burger I like, same with a bank. I have worn a hoodie in my bank many times, of course with the hood down... If my bank told me I have to take off my jacket to make a deposit, yes, I would find another bank. It is not the tellers fault, but if you don't like a policy, you go elsewhere.

We are the consumers, we do not have to conform to every whim the banks like. What if a customer was getting chemo, and wore a hat to hide her bald head. You want to make them go bald inside? Lower camera angles...

Again, it is nice dealing with a bank that recognizes you when you walk in. If a tweaker wanders in with a hoodie on, I can understand their side of it.

 

[Tigerfish]

If a tweaker wanders in with a hoodie on, I can understand their side of it.

Problem with that is then they get accused of "profiling". So it's everyone or no one.

 

[dantheman]

I can think of a lot of things that would be offensive to me , but politely asking me to remove my hat isn't even on the radar screen . My grandmother would not allow a man to wear a hat of any kind at the dinner table . Would you have refused to eat a meal at her home because she told you to remove your hat ?

 

[Fred_G]

Problem with that is then they get accused of "profiling". So it's everyone or no one.

Since when did criminals start obeying laws? Again, the OP did not like the policy, and decided to go to a place he likes better. What is wrong with that?

 

[Hitman]

Is taking your hat off really a big deal?

Judging by the post in this thread, YES! it seems to be a big deal.

You got one side saying,
"What's the big deal?! Take off your hat"

and the other side saying,
"Exactly! What's the big deal??
why do I have to take my hat off if it's NOT a big deal"



derptacular hat drama on the bayou!


I don't wear hats often(hunting),
but I am a fan of Chivalry and raise my son to be the same.
So we often pay attention to such customs and traditions.

But I don't go slappin' the hats off dudes
that leave them on indoors lol



/

 

[Fred_G]

I can think of a lot of things that would be offensive to me , but politely asking me to remove my hat isn't even on the radar screen . My grandmother would not allow a man to wear a hat of any kind at the dinner table . Would you have refused to eat a meal at her home because she told you to remove your hat ?

Maybe you are at a bank, and had chemo and are bald. But what if you politely find a bank that allows you to wear the chemo cover up, or you latest Texas yeehaw hat?

As far as your Grandmother, I would have proudly stored my hat at the door to enjoy a good home cooked meal. Would have left it in my car if that was her preference. Different situation, I would be a guest, in her home, not a customer. You are a guest in a home, a customer in a business.

 

[1911Dave]

Maybe you are at a bank, and had chemo and are bald. But what if you politely find a bank that allows you to wear the chemo cover up, or you latest Texas yeehaw hat?

 

[AustinBR]

Im surprised myself to the responses here. First Off one of the above posts was right a Criminal will not obey those SILLY rules. Who cares if you have a ball cap on.. Second the post of "wouldnt you like to know who steals your money" is lame because FDIC covers up to 250k, The Bank wont release that much money without a bunch of hassle (ever try to get like 5k out?). Also if you have more than 250k in cash you are investing wrong.

It is about privacy and this Nanny state everyone is expected to just "comply." Cause no trouble obey, resistance is futile.

I would take my business elsewhere, They may not feel your loss, but if more do it just like anything else they will eventually.

I am really considering moving all my stuff from Chase because they have this new rule that I need to show ID to deposit Cash into my account. Its OK since Most runs through my business account and they dont require ID for deposit haha.

As the person above that works at the Bank and says people are asses and you dont make the policy.. Oh Well you are the Face of the Bank and get paid to take the grunt of your employers so if you dont like it you are free to leave as well.

Im just amazed at people on here that say you should just lay down and take it.

The FDIC insures consumers in the case of the bank shutting down...not the bank losing money on day to day things. The bank protects itself by getting pictures of everyone and requiring that all images are clear

Very true on your second to last comment. Most people are super cool about it and often thank us for reminding them. Often whenever someone bitches about having to take a hat or sunglasses off, another customer will remind them that it isn't a big deal and is for their protection.

A more relatable story (and a true one at that). If someone stole a bunch of your grandmother's possessions, including her checkbook and ATM cards, and started using all of them, wouldn't you want the bank (or someone) to have a clear picture of them so charges could be pressed and they could stop preying on old ladies? Sure, the bank would take the hit for bad checks written and Visa / Mastercard would take the hit for false charges on the ATM or debit card, but still, wouldn't you want the offender to be caught?

Problem with that is then they get accused of "profiling". So it's everyone or no one.

Yes. And those who think they are being 'profiled' are very quick to say something about it...and how they "didn't read" the big sign on the door.

 

[Tigerfish]

Since when did criminals start obeying laws? Again, the OP did not like the policy, and decided to go to a place he likes better. What is wrong with that?

First of all, it isn't a law. It's the bank'a policy about what they require to be allowed to conduct business on their private property.

Secondly, where I say anything was wrong with the OP? I was only talking to the internet tough guy with the tin foil hat mentality.

 

[Tigerfish]

You are a guest in a home, a customer in a business.

Since businesses can refuse entry and/or service to anyone at anytime, you are essentially a guest on THEIR PRIVATE PROPERTY.

 

[Fred_G]

First of all, it isn't a law. It's the bank'a policy about what they require to be allowed to conduct business on their private property.

Secondly, where I say anything was wrong with the OP? I was only talking to the internet tough guy with the tin foil hat mentality.

Where did I say you said anything wrong?

 

[AustinBR]

Since businesses can refuse entry and/or service to anyone at anytime, you are essentially a guest on THEIR PRIVATE PROPERTY.

Meh...that's a little of a grey area with a bank. Technically a bank /can't/ refuse to give YOU your money. Of course there are exceptions. Reg CC is a prime example that many people often try to argue with. Feel free to look into it as it is public information

 

[Tigerfish]

Where did I say you said anything wrong?

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[Fred_G]

Since businesses can refuse entry and/or service to anyone at anytime, you are essentially a guest on THEIR PRIVATE PROPERTY.

Yes Sir they can. And customers can find another place to do business if they want to no? You would be more like a paying guest at your bank, but I agree with you. I am not trying to set bank policy, just saying if I don't like a companies policy, I can with the free market find one I like better.

Local hotdog/burger stand put out a no gun policy. I stopped going there when I started CCL. They changed their policy (through no action on my part) I will go back one day.

I fully respect the Bank's rights to place whatever rules they wish. As a consumer, I might say screw it and find another bank that fits my 'rules' better. What is wrong with that? Free market.

 

[Tigerfish]

Yes Sir they can. And customers can find another place to do business if they want to no? You would be more like a paying guest at your bank, but I agree with you. I am not trying to set bank policy, just saying if I don't like a companies policy, I can with the free market find one I like better.

Local hotdog/burger stand put out a no gun policy. I stopped going there when I started CCL. They changed their policy (through no action on my part) I will go back one day.

I fully respect the Bank's rights to place whatever rules they wish. As a consumer, I might say screw it and find another bank that fits my 'rules' better. What is wrong with that? Free market.

I've never disagreed with you on any of that. Again, My statements were directed solely at that "this is a privacy issue", "big brother is watching" guy that evidently thinks it's ok to verbally crap on front line employees.

 

[Fred_G]

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A bidness would value a customer? At least that is how I roll. Again, free market, find the bank or hotdog stand you like.

Chuck is no longer in bidness, he has all the money. He allows others to earn a small portion of his stash. But only if they wear a 1911, or a hat when banking.

 

[Fred_G]

I've never disagreed with you on any of that. Again, My statements were directed solely at that "this is a privacy issue", "big brother is watching" guy that evidently thinks it's ok to verbally crap on front line employees.

Where did OP 'crap' on anyone?