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Customer Finds Out Tattoo Artist Is Convicted Felon And Demands Their Money Back, Shop Responds In Best Way
Customer Finds Out Tattoo Artist Is Convicted Felon And Demands Their Money Back, Shop Responds In Best Way
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Customer Finds Out Tattoo Artist Is Convicted Felon And Demands Their Money Back, Shop Responds In Best Way

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Getting a tattoo is a big decision to make, so obviously you want to know what you are doing. Choosing the right design, the right location on the body and a reputable artist that you can trust are all essential. This person was very thorough, even researching the background of the artist, and I think it’s fair to say that they didn’t like what they found.

So they decided to cancel the appointment, doing so in a snooty and judgmental way and even going as far as to demand an ‘inconvenience fee.’ The tattoo shop duly delivered the epic response that the uppity client deserved, and sparked a debate about rehabilitation and the prison system in the process. Scroll down below to see how it all unfolded, and let us know what you think in the comments!

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    Tattoo artist with tattoos in a shop, tied to controversy over their past as a convicted felon.

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    Tattoo shop customer requests appointment cancellation and refund via text.

    Text message expressing concern about a tattoo artist being a convicted felon.

    Tattoo shop response to refund request; deposits are non-refundable.

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    Here’s how people reacted to the tattoo shop’s epic response

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    Comment discussing hiring ex-convicts in local businesses.

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    Comment discussing second chances for convicted felons and societal reintegration challenges.

    Text discussing prison, societal debt, and crime standards, questioning fairness for convicted felons upon release.

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    Comment discussing the rehabilitation of felons and second chances.

    Reddit comment discussing a tattoo artist's efforts in societal progress.

    Comment supports tattoo shop's response to customer demanding refund due to artist's felony conviction.

    Text screenshot discussing convicted felons and societal reintegration.

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    Reddit comment discussing perspectives on change and redemption for convicted felons.

    Convicted felon discusses prison impact on life in a heartfelt online comment.

    Customer reacts to tattoo artist being a convicted felon, expressing frustration and demanding a refund.

     

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    Sheila Robinson
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be interested to hear what this person thinks ex cons should do for money if they aren't allowed to work. IMHO some of the biggest criminals aren't behind bars, plenty in business and politics don't seem to have to pay for their crimes.

    diane a
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i dont even like the term "ex cons" they have paid their price and entitled to be regarded as ordinary people

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    Asia
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a side note: do people really think, that only bad people are in prisons? Sometimes good people do bad things (intentionally or not, does not matter) but that does not make them bad in general. Some of the entries suggest otherwise.

    sh
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hell, sometimes innocent people get accused for doing bad things and end up in prison for it. You never can know.

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    Emma B
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's important to do all your research about your tattoo artist before you even approach them for an appointment at all. You need to know if they do the style you're looking for, and if you like their work. I'm curious to know how this "client" found out AFTER they put down this deposit. And what an a*s to demand a "inconvenience fee"! What a loser!

    diane a
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why do so much research about a tatto artist - just look at their work -- -when i had mine it never crossed my mind to ask her if she had ever been in prison

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    Sheila Robinson
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be interested to hear what this person thinks ex cons should do for money if they aren't allowed to work. IMHO some of the biggest criminals aren't behind bars, plenty in business and politics don't seem to have to pay for their crimes.

    diane a
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i dont even like the term "ex cons" they have paid their price and entitled to be regarded as ordinary people

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    Asia
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a side note: do people really think, that only bad people are in prisons? Sometimes good people do bad things (intentionally or not, does not matter) but that does not make them bad in general. Some of the entries suggest otherwise.

    sh
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hell, sometimes innocent people get accused for doing bad things and end up in prison for it. You never can know.

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    Emma B
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's important to do all your research about your tattoo artist before you even approach them for an appointment at all. You need to know if they do the style you're looking for, and if you like their work. I'm curious to know how this "client" found out AFTER they put down this deposit. And what an a*s to demand a "inconvenience fee"! What a loser!

    diane a
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why do so much research about a tatto artist - just look at their work -- -when i had mine it never crossed my mind to ask her if she had ever been in prison

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