I screen total hobby newbies this way sometimes, although I prefer employment verification. An ID doesn't really prove anything to me without too much work digging on my part.
Remember not only are providers trying to avoid LE, we are trying to avoid serial killers and general douche baggery as well. If you're uncomfortable with a certain level of screening just move on.
Before P411 came into existence there were many more providers screening with hobbyist personal info, thank goodness they can do it for us now!
Originally Posted by milfy2002
I suppose, but if a lunatic set an appointment with you, it might not matter that you have his RL info, considering what he's likely willing to do to make sure his info doesn't end up somewhere he doesn't want it.
I know it's a fine line, but the risks are a two way street. I mean, from a guy's standpoint, we never know if someone's videotaping encounters and putting them on the internet...combined with our RL info attached.
Just saying.