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Old Dec 5, 2010 | 10:05 pm
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Originally Posted by PVDtoDEL
I agree, you should definitely prepare your kids as to what may happen. The second statement is completely wrong however. Children under 12 do not have to go through the scanner. Make sure you're daughter is aware of this, as she may get selected and have to tell the TSO that she is under 12*.

*there are reports of TSOs requiring an ID for this claim. Make sure that she knows that she is exempt with or without an ID
This is bunk.

Nobody has to go through the scanner. Anyone -- any age -- can opt out. The only concession to those under 12 is a reduced enhanced grope, of which Pistole & Co. have refused to provide any specifics. If people don't want their daughters (or sons) stripsearched or groped, don't let them fly. There is no other alternative that you can count on.
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