And therein lies the problem. The store obviously asked the police to intervene. The idiot immediately started claiming harassment, and noted that he knew the officer's name because he (the officer) had previously arrested him.Abraham wrote:I neglected to add that one doesn't have to be rude in not cooperating with the receipt request bother.
It's simple enough to smile and pleasantly say no as you exit the store.
If, at that point you're harrassed, well that's what good lawyers are for...
Having said that, I've never sued anyone. I'm not the litigious type.
But, if I'm ever put in a situation like I outlined above, I'd be having my first experience of suing...
The officers were doing what they were asked to do by the store employees. Not being a jerk to officers go a long way towards peaceful outcomes.