Can a store owner kick you out of a store and/or deny you serve because of past criminal records?
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Can a store owner kick you out of a store and/or deny you serve because of past criminal records?
Asked on February 5, 2013 under Business Law, Indiana
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes. Store owners have a great deal of discretion as to who to serve--they are private entities, not public institutions. While there are some restrictions, such as no discrimination on the basis of race or disability, in the case you describe, the store owner could refuse to serve you.
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