Originally Posted by
tfar
3. I would only see two exceptions to that rule. One is that you have waited in line and it is almost your turn. But the person right ahead of you obviously takes a lot of time. You then ask him if you can step ahead. Even that would be impolite by strict standards but it wouldn't give you the ahole certificate.
But in general, there is not etiquette for cutting the line because cutting the line is against the etiquette.
Till
Jumping one person (group) in line is not impolite. I would comparing to playing through in golf.
On the other hand asking one person if you can jump ahead because they have more stuff and then asking another would be wrong.
Also, to the OP, if you wish to jump to the head of the line, you need permission from EVERY person in line or you are just being a jerk.