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Originally Posted by Swoop
Interesting. So as a restaurant owner I can say; I don’t like your tattoos so you can’t eat here, or you don’t look like you showered recently so I’m denying you entry, or you’re to heavy, you’ll make my other diners feel like I’m serving unhealthy food…
According to you, I get to make the rules? Right?
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Sorry Mr Swoop, Actually they can.
Under federal anti-discrimination laws, businesses can refuse service to any person for any reason,
unless the business is discriminating against a protected class or a included disability. At the national level, protected classes include: Race or color. National origin or citizenship.
Federal law offers additional protection against discrimination through the
Americans with Disabilities Act. That law prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities when it comes to employment, transportation, and public accommodations. Places of public accommodation include stores, theaters, restaurants, hotels, daycare centers, gas stations, and doctors' offices.
Unless you can prove Body odor, weight and tattoos are disabilities then YES you can be refused service for exactly that.
Does Your Business Have the Right to Refuse Service to Customers? | Insureon
Legitimate reasons for refusing to serve a customer include:
Customers who arrive before, or refuse to leave after, business hours
Rowdy or disruptive behavior
Lack of hygiene or cleanliness
Violating set rules such as a dress code
Threats to the health and safety of workers or customers