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Hey, I was wondering...if someone only has a school ID, can they still pick up their badges?

Also, if not, can those people just perhaps tell the reg staff the information they put when they registered? Like fan name or e-mail to get the badge? I recall that they allowed that to happen the past few years.

Or do they REALLY have to get a passport or something?

Last year, I only showed my school ID and they still let me pick up my badges. So I think it should be the same this year too. Oh and they do ask you to varify your phone number.

Although registration staff does allow it, they'd rather have a state-issued ID. A passport would be optimal and can avoid hassle. However, some staff who do pre-reg do not allow it. I wouldn't take chances. >.<;
But if you had a school i.d. and had to pick up your badge [and the staff let you], your name should absolutely match what is on your school i.d. You would also tell your personal information to the staff to confirm that you are you.

Why won't some staff allow school ID?
It has your name and a photo ID... I can't see what's wrong with that? >.<

It's semi-state...

It's not state issued at all. o.0
Some just don't allow it. Staff is supposed to only allow state issued id only, but some just let it slide because a lot of kids don't have state-issued.

EDIT: Uh, wait. Maybe this year they're going to let school i.d.s be acceptable form of id. o.0 The 2008 FAQ doesn't say anything about state issued this year.

I thought school ID worked for those still in high school? I know I used my school ID when I went in '05.

Our badge pick up policy has always been a government issued photo ID. So a state issued ID, driver's license, passport, military ID, or any other government issued photo identification will do fine. At this time, if you do not have a government ID you should be able to get at least a state issued one by the time Fanime rolls around.

Would a copy of a student's school transcript work?

Quote from: EHS on November 11, 2007, 01:45:27 PM
Would a copy of a student's school transcript work?

No, sorry. A school transcript is not a form of identification and as such we cannot accept it. I would suggest that you try to get a state issued ID.

... or you can bring your passport. ^^ But it looks kinda weird toting around your passport.
You'd better get a state issued one. It doesn't take that long to get, and Fanime is still ways away and plenty of time to get one.

If you live in california, you can apply for a California ID card for like 25 bucks. And its a state issued ID. And it looks like a driver's license, which is something really cool back in high school...rolf

So I'll just need to bring my school ID AND phone number, so without the phone number they won't accept it?

=| its not gauranteed but your safer getting the State ID its more usefull than a silly school ID

Its not that expensive and it comes in like 2 weeks if you live in CA

Quote from: JohnnyAR on November 14, 2007, 02:16:23 PM
So I'll just need to bring my school ID AND phone number, so without the phone number they won't accept it?

A school ID with or without your phone number won't work.

Soooooooooooooooooo what should I do at the Pre-registration? Show them my pre-registration info?

Quote from: JohnnyAR on November 14, 2007, 05:04:40 PM
Soooooooooooooooooo what should I do at the Pre-registration? Show them my pre-registration info?

Like other posts have said, you should obtain a state issued ID. It's relatively cheap and you can easily get one before con time. If pre-registration pick up is going to be like last year's you will also have to present a receipt that will be available for download from your registration account in the future.

Damn, so I have to buy a ID!?! Does everyone have to do this? Is there anyway to show proof? The recieipt I can get, wait does it matter if I just print it from any computer? or will I need it printed from somewhere special.

My passport's picture is very outdated. The picture was taken ten or eleven years ago; that's when I last needed my passport. I brought it with me to pick up my badge, but I got embarrassed when it was my turn so I got away with my (at the time) current school ID and receipt.

I'll ask my father about the state ID, but in the event he refuses to let me get one, what should I do?

:x oh psssh Outdated passport photos arent so bad, ID mug shots are kinda worse.

Like sen and everyone has said it is BETTER to get a GOVERNMENT STATE ISSUED ID, DRIVERS LICENSE (not the paper permit) or use your PASSPORT a school one wont work, nor proof of a phone number, blood oath whatever. It has to have your photo, address where you live, date of birth ect

and bring a copy of the recpit saying you registered along with your ID, you can print it off of any computer as long as its legible

=\ I dont see whats so hard about understanding it goodness!

@Mei: Im pretty sure your dad will let you get one, its more practical these kinds of days like for R rated films if you dont have a drivers license

Quote from: Kazuko on November 16, 2007, 12:12:42 AM
:x oh psssh Outdated passport photos arent so bad, ID mug shots are kinda worse.

Like sen and everyone has said it is BETTER to get a GOVERNMENT STATE ISSUED ID, DRIVERS LICENSE (not the paper permit) or use your PASSPORT a school one wont work, nor proof of a phone number, blood oath whatever. It has to have your photo, address where you live, date of birth ect

and bring a copy of the recpit saying you registered along with your ID, you can print it off of any computer as long as its legible

=\ I dont see whats so hard about understanding it goodness!

@Mei: Im pretty sure your dad will let you get one, its more practical these kinds of days like for R rated films if you dont have a drivers license

Actually the receipt I was referring to is a special one that you can get off your account at a later time. That is, assuming we are going through the same process like years past. (It's up to the reg head)

I realize that the ID situation may be a bit troublesome for some. Believe me, I wish there was an easier way as well. Unfortunately, the rules are the rules and we have to abide by them. Even staffers have to show a government ID when picking up their own badges.

Getting a State ID is pretty simple and cheap. Only thing you would have to dread about is waiting in line at the DMV. (>.>) You will have the California State ID for 6 years. Need more info about it, visit here: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#idcard & http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/fees/idCard_fees.htm . Fanime is about 6 months away so you will have time to get it as long it's not last minute.

Will a photocopy of the passport work? (We don't want to risk losing the real one, lol.)

Quote from: misosoupaddict on November 20, 2007, 10:36:22 PM
Will a photocopy of the passport work? (We don't want to risk losing the real one, lol.)

Nope. Anything photocopy is not acceptable.

Quote from: KyraEnsui on November 21, 2007, 10:23:26 AM

Quote from: misosoupaddict on November 20, 2007, 10:36:22 PM
Will a photocopy of the passport work? (We don't want to risk losing the real one, lol.)

Nope. Anything photocopy is not acceptable.

A photocopy of any ID is just a photocopy.  We need the actual ID.

This is from the FAQ...

"I've pre-registered! Where is my badge??
If you have paid in full your badge will be waiting for you at registration at the con. Please be prepared to show a valid government issued photo ID (passport, driver's license, state ID, military ID, etc.) to pick up your badge. A school ID is not an acceptable form of ID."

This is kind of silly but a school id is a state government issued id. I don't know why they wouldn't accept a state issued ID. Remember everyone, a school is part of the state of california. Even banks accept school ID's as a form of government identification. LOL... But these are the rules that they have posted... LOL

Quote from: panther4200 on December 26, 2007, 10:29:27 AM
This is from the FAQ...

"I've pre-registered! Where is my badge??
If you have paid in full your badge will be waiting for you at registration at the con. Please be prepared to show a valid government issued photo ID (passport, driver's license, state ID, military ID, etc.) to pick up your badge. A school ID is not an acceptable form of ID."

This is kind of silly but a school id is a state government issued id. I don't know why they wouldn't accept a state issued ID. Remember everyone, a school is part of the state of california. Even banks accept school ID's as a form of government identification. LOL... But these are the rules that they have posted... LOL

It's true that banks accept them as another form of ID when opening an account. However, School ID is still not acceptable. I know that you can't used your school ID when retailers asked for it when you are purchasing items with your credit card. (Work in retail for years now.) When you have a valid government issued photo ID card, it has all your information (name, address, date of birth, etc) on it so when they check up and make sure it's you who is picking up the badge, not someone else.

What is key to a gov't issued ID is that the date of birth will be on the ID. This is key to identifying your age and limiting our liability (legal scary stuff).

Please bring gov't issed PHOTO ID so that we may confirm your age as well as the fact that the ID belongs to you.

Quote from: Sen on November 14, 2007, 05:20:24 PM
Like other posts have said, you should obtain a state issued ID. It's relatively cheap and you can easily get one before con time. If pre-registration pick up is going to be like last year's you will also have to present a receipt that will be available for download from your registration account in the future.

Ok, so I can't print it right off from the validation email? I'm not quite following this....

Quote from: JohnnyAR on December 26, 2007, 10:08:39 PM

Quote from: Sen on November 14, 2007, 05:20:24 PM
Like other posts have said, you should obtain a state issued ID. It's relatively cheap and you can easily get one before con time. If pre-registration pick up is going to be like last year's you will also have to present a receipt that will be available for download from your registration account in the future.

Ok, so I can't print it right off from the validation email? I'm not quite following this....

The receipt won't be available until much closer to Fanime. Last year it was up maybe 3 weeks before (please correct me if I'm wrong). They'll post an announcement on the web site.

Just to add to the state ID thing, if you get the forms before you go in and make an appointment, you'll be in and out of the DMV in a few minutes, instead of going and waiting for literally hours without an appointment.

All California DMV offices have the forms available when you walk in, no waiting. Getting an appointment is also very quick, easy and just a phone call away and usually never take more than a week to get to. See website posted above for the number.

Imo, it's better just to have one anyway. They cost $25 and actually make getting a license (among other things and unless they've changed something in the last few years) easier in the long run.

This doesn't apply to me but there may be some others out there wondering.
What about for the youngin's? The minors who don't need a state ID card yet (under 16) who may be going alone to pick up their badge? A school ID still can't be used in this case? Cuz really, I don't think you need a state ID if you're that young.

Quote from: GokuMew2 on December 29, 2007, 11:32:58 AM
This doesn't apply to me but there may be some others out there wondering.
What about for the youngin's? The minors who don't need a state ID card yet (under 16) who may be going alone to pick up their badge? A school ID still can't be used in this case? Cuz really, I don't think you need a state ID if you're that young.

Isn't the ID card for people under 16? I mean, when you're 16 you can get a drivers license. If you're old enough to go to the con alone, then you're old enough to go get an ID from the DMV.

Quote from: phoenixphire24 on December 30, 2007, 09:17:11 AM
Isn't the ID card for people under 16? I mean, when you're 16 you can get a drivers license. If you're old enough to go to the con alone, then you're old enough to go get an ID from the DMV.

Not necessarily?
I just don't see many "official" operations that require people that young to have a government-issued ID card. If you turn 18 and still don't have a drivers license (like me), then I would say you need a state ID card. My first Fanime was when I was 15 and back then school IDs were accepted.

Personally, I don't see the problem with school ID cards. It's not like the school system is so whack that anyone can impersonate someone else to get an ID. As long as it's got a photo and name on it (and maybe birth date for further verification if necessary), I think school IDs should be fine.

Quote from: GokuMew2 on December 30, 2007, 10:23:45 AM
It's not like the school system is so whack that anyone can impersonate someone else to get an ID.

That's true, but the biggest problem is the sheer number of ID types. If Fanime sticks with government-issued ID only, then there are only a handful of types. Otherwise...

1. People could make a counterfeit school ID. It would be cheap and easy to forge one - at least compared to a government-issued type.

2. We don't even know what a legitimate school ID from _____ looks like. Maybe we could learn what a few look like, but there are too many schools for us to memorize. That's really the biggest problem.

Quote from: Tony on December 30, 2007, 12:05:21 PM
1. People could make a counterfeit school ID. It would be cheap and easy to forge one - at least compared to a government-issued type.

2. We don't even know what a legitimate school ID from _____ looks like. Maybe we could learn what a few look like, but there are too many schools for us to memorize. That's really the biggest problem.

I suppose... But who would go through the trouble of making a fake school ID just to get into an anime con/pick up someone's badge?

Unfortunately, the same type that counterfeit badges... why pay full price when you can steal it for less? I'd hate to be the guy that had his legitimate $55 badge given away to some guy who spent $5 at Kinko's making a fake BHS student ID with my name on it...

Then maybe some sort of security question/answer/verification needs to be added to the registration process from the moment someone chooses to register online. Something that can be asked at badge pick up besides "ID and print out, please". Would it take longer? Not really. A verbal security question for those without state issue IDs would be easily handled.

It's also been stated that again this year real names and numbers are going to be larger than the regular print on the badges, I remember last year being checked at most doors and I wasn't there a color system? If a badge is indeed stolen, people checking them need only be on the lookout for badge #123BLUE and grab that person early on.

While it is more work for you in the long run and it can't/won't negate ALL forms of thievery, it would help with the issue that is this - not all people can/want/are willing to dish out an extra $25 for a government ID.

Quote from: GokuMew2 on December 30, 2007, 10:23:45 AM
Not necessarily?
I just don't see many "official" operations that require people that young to have a government-issued ID card. If you turn 18 and still don't have a drivers license (like me), then I would say you need a state ID card. My first Fanime was when I was 15 and back then school IDs were accepted.

Actually, I was able to get in with a school ID last year, but I wasn't preregistered so that probably make a difference.......

Quote from: Chewie on December 30, 2007, 06:15:44 PM
Then maybe some sort of security question/answer/verification needs to be added to the registration process from the moment someone chooses to register online. Something that can be asked at badge pick up besides "ID and print out, please". Would it take longer? Not really. A verbal security question for those without state issue IDs would be easily handled.

I like that! Though of course, if someone chooses an obvious answer to an obvious question as their security question, well, :-\

Quote from: GokuMew2 on December 31, 2007, 10:44:01 AM

Quote from: Chewie on December 30, 2007, 06:15:44 PM
Then maybe some sort of security question/answer/verification needs to be added to the registration process from the moment someone chooses to register online. Something that can be asked at badge pick up besides "ID and print out, please". Would it take longer? Not really. A verbal security question for those without state issue IDs would be easily handled.

I like that! Though of course, if someone chooses an obvious answer to an obvious question as their security question, well, :-\

Agreed, but in reality it's just like choosing a password. You're personally responsible for how "stupid" your answers are. Lol

Quote from: Chewie on December 31, 2007, 12:56:30 PM

Quote from: GokuMew2 on December 31, 2007, 10:44:01 AM

Quote from: Chewie on December 30, 2007, 06:15:44 PM
Then maybe some sort of security question/answer/verification needs to be added to the registration process from the moment someone chooses to register online. Something that can be asked at badge pick up besides "ID and print out, please". Would it take longer? Not really. A verbal security question for those without state issue IDs would be easily handled.

I like that! Though of course, if someone chooses an obvious answer to an obvious question as their security question, well, :-\

Agreed, but in reality it's just like choosing a password. You're personally responsible for how "stupid" your answers are. Lol

True, but I think this would just cause more problems. Each badge would have to be accompanied by that question and the reg workers would have to make sure that all the questions were printed out correctly and that everyone could remember their answer. Also, at least for this con, the only information that can be changed without going directly to the reg people is your fan name. The reg people have enough to handle without having to ask for a security question/answer.

Honestly I don't see why it's such a big deal to get an ID. It's 5 months before the con and only costs $25. That's plenty of time to get to the DMV and work the $25 into your budget.

Are we talking about people as young as 13 as well? I was going to make a separate thread ( I may still, since my situation may apply to lots of people given there's no group registration this year), but it seems odd to make a 13 year old get a state ID...unless I can act as her guardian since I'm her older brother and I"m 22...which leads to my thread questions. Bah I'm going to make that thread now.

Quote from: FanFicGuru on January 09, 2008, 05:16:00 PM
but it seems odd to make a 13 year old get a state ID...

That's exactly my point. People that young who may want come to the con alone wouldn't need a government ID at their age, which is why I'm wondering if Fanime would take a school ID for them instead.

Most people under 13 would have a guardian with them anyway - if I were a parent of a 13-year-old there'd be no way I'd let them go to a convention without some kind of supervision.

And it's not like you're limited to IDs.  Anyone can get a passport as well - I had one when I was 10 years old.

Quote from: vhg on January 09, 2008, 06:59:16 PM
Most people under 13 would have a guardian with them anyway - if I were a parent of a 13-year-old there'd be no way I'd let them go to a convention without some kind of supervision.

And it's not like you're limited to IDs.  Anyone can get a passport as well - I had one when I was 10 years old.

Well I am the "supervision" for the 13 year old. So will my ID work for her then? She's my younger sister...

I had an id before I had my license. Guess what, you won't have to pay for a DL after you pass your drivers test. All the info on your ID is updated/changed over to your DL. I didn't need to pay for a new card. Get the ID. It's a good investment.

As far as I know, you have to be an adult to be a guardian for some places.(I don't know about the convention) Meaning 18 yrs. And you HAVE to have vaild ID for proof.

Passports, for those who are a new applicants need to apply in person and you have to pay 97 bucks. Unless you plan to take a trip to another country after the con several times out of the year, your are wasting money. Get the ID/DL.
At least that is what I was told/read in the application.

Regardless of whether you leave the country or not a passport or state-issued ID is something everyone should have, and at the very least everyone can get an ID card.

Quote from: California DMV
Identification (ID) cards

DMV issues ID cards to persons of any age. The ID card looks like a driver license, but is used for identification purposes only. A regular ID card is valid for six years, and a senior citizen ID card is valid for 10 years. To qualify for a senior citizen ID card, you must be age 62 or older.

Seriously, no one really has excuses unless they're under 12 years old (at that point there should be a parent or legal guardian to vouch for them). And yes, it does make it easier to get your license when you're of age anyway, so you might as well get one.  It's not like it really takes that long, and it's only ~$25.

As for the adult/guardian thing, that's a little gray because it could be anywhere from 18 to 25.  I could always check, but most of the time it's better to have a parent vouching for a child, or just get the child an ID card too.  Like the previous poster said, it's a good investment.

Quote from: FanFicGuru on January 09, 2008, 05:16:00 PM
but it seems odd to make a 13 year old get a state ID

I agree. There are a lot of personal opinions being tossed about and nothing about the reality of the situation being looked at.

To vhg (fanimecon staff),

1: You're not the presidential ball or trying to get on a plane. It's a convention. Period.

2: Unless you (fanimecon) had a seriously staggering amount of badge thefts over the years, you are taking completely unnecessary steps to prevent such things from occurring. Theft happens, and while it's stupid, it's horrible, shameful, etc, it's something we all have to deal with in one way or another. HOWEVER, forcing a bunch of CHILDREN to get state issued IDs is ludicrous and is not the solution.

3: "I had this at this age" or "I think this should be like this because I had it this way" are nothing more than your biased opinions on the matter and can't be used as a true basis for the rule being in place. Whether YOU personally think someone should have it is irrelevant.

The fact of the matter remains: 98% of people don't get IDs until they are old enough to drive or turn 18. Why? NOTHING requires them until that point.

You are requiring one rule instead of another and finding no middle ground.

Why not instead change the age requirement? 16 and older require ID or you're not allowed in without a parent/guardian's signature. Anyone else (as it should be because a bunch of kids running around unsupervised is pretty irresponsible anyway) has to have a parent AT LEAST sign something stating they agree to the release of liability on your behalf or acknowledgment of theirs and saying their kids are who they are supposed to be. Either way you have an adult agreeing to and legally binding themselves to an action. If badge 7425 is given to Timmy Faker and his mommy signs it saying he really is Timmy and you have HER ID# and Timmy Realkid and his mommy come up saying they are who they are and have all the info, you now have someone liable and possibly even prosecutable for the problem.



To phoenixphire,

Only the badges for those under a certain age would have to be flagged for asking, and all the info entered on the website would be printed out. It's not a perfect system and was only a thought but it's a far cry from what is going on as it is.



They're going to do what they're going to do and I can't do much to change that. I was trying to open the ways abit more for people to find a middle ground and maybe it wouldn't have been so bad. Ultimately it's moot for me as I am old and have the required forms of ID. But I think it's more than unfair to  quite a few people who want to experience Fanime that they have to do something most people just shouldn't have to.

Just an idea... But what about confirmation numbers? I know we have badge numbers, but what if confirmation emails came with a randomly generated confirmation number that could be used sort of like a password for people to validate their identity (as a supplement to a government or school ID)? It'd be just as effective as a secret question thing and Fanime would be able to tell people what the answer is, instead of the other way around, which could be more work. It's just that reg staffers would have to take the time to match up the confirmation number the person brings with what's in the database, but I don't think it'd take too long.

I thought Fanime already did that with the confirmation numbers...? They always asked if I had recieved an email with a comfirmation number. Though, I always said no becuase I never did recieve an email. (come to find out, those were only sent to people who registered that year...not the previous year. )

Quote3: "I had this at this age" or "I think this should be like this because I had it this way" are nothing more than your biased opinions on the matter and can't be used as a true basis for the rule being in place. Whether YOU personally think someone should have it is irrelevant.

But nonetheless its pretty damn good advice from those who've been there and done that. Especially if they're quite a bit older than 18. The Ca, legal adult age. Sorry if I sound pretty much like a concerned parent...But I am at that age where I just might become one. You have to think that way sometimes.

I see the point of your arguments, and yes forcing 13 year olds to get state IDs does sound a bit ludacris. But so does leaving your kid un attended without proper identification at rather large event. What would happen if that person got lost? How would they identify themselves? People do get lost, or get seperated. What would happen if that person got injured? At least if they had an id, something state issued or something that can be entered into a computer, that person can be found. Parents/legal guardians can be notified.

I hope you can see were I am making a point. Whether you care, know or don't know, this is what goes on in a parents' mind and this is what organizations think about. YOUR safety, as well as having a good time. I'm sorry I don't know what else to say. Just.. think smart.

Quote from: XpHoBiaX on January 10, 2008, 04:05:00 PM
I thought Fanime already did that with the confirmation numbers...? They always asked if I had recieved an email with a comfirmation number. Though, I always said no becuase I never did recieve an email. (come to find out, those were only sent to people who registered that year...not the previous year. )

Quote3: "I had this at this age" or "I think this should be like this because I had it this way" are nothing more than your biased opinions on the matter and can't be used as a true basis for the rule being in place. Whether YOU personally think someone should have it is irrelevant.

But nonetheless its pretty damn good advice from those who've been there and done that. Especially if they're quite a bit older than 18. The Ca, legal adult age. Sorry if I sound pretty much like a concerned parent...But I am at that age where I just might become one. You have to think that way sometimes.

I see the point of your arguments, and yes forcing 13 year olds to get state IDs does sound a bit ludacris. But so does leaving your kid un attended without proper identification at rather large event. What would happen if that person got lost? How would they identify themselves? People do get lost, or get seperated. What would happen if that person got injured? At least if they had an id, something state issued or something that can be entered into a computer, that person can be found. Parents/legal guardians can be notified.

I hope you can see were I am making a point. Whether you care, know or don't know, this is what goes on in a parents' mind and this is what organizations think about. YOUR safety, as well as having a good time. I'm sorry I don't know what else to say. Just.. think smart.

I do understand and left an answer for this in the post above this one. =)

The primary reasoning behind our policy is our liability concerning minors at the convention without supervision. If any major incident occurs it may adversely affect our relationship with the convention center and also expose FanimeCon to legal recourse. Thus, our policy must stand and we can only ask for your cooperation. We realize that it is difficult for some attendees to obtain government IDs. As a convention for fans and by fans, we try and put the wants and needs of our attendees at the highest priority. Unfortunately, we cannot fully satisfy each and every single one of your needs. However, we are taking in to consideration all of your suggestions.

This thread will be locked due to the personal information that has been posted. It will be re-opened after that information has been removed.

Edit: Thread re-opened.

Unlocked YAY!!!!

Quote from: XpHoBiaX on January 10, 2008, 04:05:00 PM
I thought Fanime already did that with the confirmation numbers...? They always asked if I had recieved an email with a comfirmation number. Though, I always said no becuase I never did recieve an email. (come to find out, those were only sent to people who registered that year...not the previous year. )

Quote3: "I had this at this age" or "I think this should be like this because I had it this way" are nothing more than your biased opinions on the matter and can't be used as a true basis for the rule being in place. Whether YOU personally think someone should have it is irrelevant.

But nonetheless its pretty damn good advice from those who've been there and done that. Especially if they're quite a bit older than 18. The Ca, legal adult age. Sorry if I sound pretty much like a concerned parent...But I am at that age where I just might become one. You have to think that way sometimes.

I see the point of your arguments, and yes forcing 13 year olds to get state IDs does sound a bit ludacris. But so does leaving your kid un attended without proper identification at rather large event. What would happen if that person got lost? How would they identify themselves? People do get lost, or get seperated. What would happen if that person got injured? At least if they had an id, something state issued or something that can be entered into a computer, that person can be found. Parents/legal guardians can be notified.

I hope you can see were I am making a point. Whether you care, know or don't know, this is what goes on in a parents' mind and this is what organizations think about. YOUR safety, as well as having a good time. I'm sorry I don't know what else to say. Just.. think smart.

I understand that there are legal liabilities. However, attendance will drop if parents of minors dread the coming of May because they have to go wait in a 3-4 hour long registration line. By doing group registration and having one person in the place of 10 people, it's no wonder that the line would go down significantly. Would you rather be standing behind 10 people picking up 10 badges each? Or 100 people?

It's a tricky tango, trying to please everyone while covering yourself legally. I just pray that they can work something out because otherwise, my mom isn't going to want to go downtown and wait in line at the convention center for god knows how long to get badges just to go home again afterwards. Not her idea of fun. That's why she had me, she says...to take care of all the stuff she doesn't want to do lol. I believe that many other parents will feel the same way.

Especially if they had to wait in the Saturday line last year. *cry*

Quote from: Sen on January 10, 2008, 08:38:27 PM
The primary reasoning behind our policy is our liability concerning minors at the convention without supervision. If any major incident occurs it may adversely affect our relationship with the convention center and also expose FanimeCon to legal recourse. Thus, our policy must stand and we can only ask for your cooperation. We realize that it is difficult for some attendees to obtain government IDs. As a convention for fans and by fans, we try and put the wants and needs of our attendees at the highest priority. Unfortunately, we cannot fully satisfy each and every single one of your needs. However, we are taking in to consideration all of your suggestions.

Well, if your liability is the issue (and from what I've seen it hasn't been the issue until you posted about it), even if the minor has state issued ID, you're in trouble if something happens. Period. You need an adult to sign for them accepting responsibility and releasing you (fanimecon) or you're at fault no matter what. You allow children in and you are responsible for anything they do. Whether it be theft, vandalism, injury. Big or small.

Forcing them to get state ID cards will not release you from anything at all. You'll just know whose parents are going to sue you.

This entire post sounds very harsh and like I am attacking you and I do apologize for that but I am simply pointing out fact. Government issue IDs will negate none of the above problems if a minor is involved. I don't think you should be using that as your reason for not allowing other forms or it's opening up a whole new can of worms.

As it stands we have this: Many people who can get in with no problems. A few people who can't. And some who will need the state issued IDs no matter what. Why not try to figure out who is who now before it's crunch time and people are getting screwed over? Whether it be one of the systems I suggested, something someone else thinks up or something someone saw in a movie somewhere, NOW is the time is should be handled. Exceptions can be made. Rules will have to be enforced. It's the nature of handling something this big. I for one hope everyone finds a way to be satisfied without totally being forced to do something they don't want/need to do.

The great thing about state issued IDs is that there is a consistent and reliable way to confirm your age and identity. Without this accurate information in the first place we would be legally remiss such that we cannot identify the involved parties to pertinent parties and/or law enforcement, if required.

IDs for minors are a fickle problem and we are attempting to internally identify a feasible solution that will be a compromise between the amount of exposure we are willing to have and the convenience of our members. Unfortunately this is a decision that is out of the hands of the members and even Registration. We understand your concerns and the repercussions of these policies and we will convey that in our discussions towards a resolution.

In the end, we may need to brave a little inconvenience for the benefit of the con. Lest something unfortunate happens AND the legal protection absent, the legal recourse (and conceivable fallout) could possibly be fatal to the con.

Please be understanding of our position and also understand that we are actively internally discussing these issues also. We welcome suggestions, but arguing about our established policies will only serve to incense emotions.

Thanks

Sorry my question is not really related to ID policies, but I wanted to know when are badges ready for pick up?  Will they be ready at least a week before con weekend?

Badges are ready for pickup a day before Fanime begins; which would be a Thursday.

Quote from: AbsolutelyCursed on January 14, 2008, 10:41:04 PM
Badges are ready for pickup a day before Fanime begins; which would be a Thursday.

I'm also sorry for being off topic. XP

So for badge pickup, I believe seeing somewhere that it starts at 6 and ends at 10? This would be during the day, and not the morning, right? XDD;

I'm really sorry, I'm totally new to Fanime and I can't find the info anywhere else. XPP;

I appreciate the help! :D

Quote from: khtosanimelover on January 15, 2008, 06:05:15 PM

Quote from: AbsolutelyCursed on January 14, 2008, 10:41:04 PM
Badges are ready for pickup a day before Fanime begins; which would be a Thursday.

I'm also sorry for being off topic. XP

So for badge pickup, I believe seeing somewhere that it starts at 6 and ends at 10? This would be during the day, and not the morning, right? XDD;

I'm really sorry, I'm totally new to Fanime and I can't find the info anywhere else. XPP;

I appreciate the help! :D

It would be in at night, not in the morning. @.@
I think Antonio registration people working on that day would shoot themselves because of waking up early.

Also, badge pick-up is open during registration hours when Fanime is open... so you don't HAVE to pick it up on Thursday. ^^

Pockystix had a good idea in another thread.

Barcodes.

Print them up and bring them in, fanime staff scans them and you're good to go.

Sorry to slightly derail, but will government-issued IDs from other governments be alright? I have my Quebec government issued driver's ID and government healthcare cards, as well as a Canadian passport. These will be more than enough, right?

Last year I was part of a group reg and someone else got my badge for me, so I didn't have go through any of this, but now I'm concerned.

Quote from: Moonblossom on January 30, 2008, 10:01:34 AM
Sorry to slightly derail, but will government-issued IDs from other governments be alright? I have my Quebec government issued driver's ID and government healthcare cards, as well as a Canadian passport. These will be more than enough, right?

Last year I was part of a group reg and someone else got my badge for me, so I didn't have go through any of this, but now I'm concerned.

Yes, that will be fine.  ;D

Regarding passport as identification, would an expired passport be ok?

Quote from: Sen on January 30, 2008, 02:30:15 PM

Quote from: Moonblossom on January 30, 2008, 10:01:34 AM
Sorry to slightly derail, but will government-issued IDs from other governments be alright? I have my Quebec government issued driver's ID and government healthcare cards, as well as a Canadian passport. These will be more than enough, right?

Last year I was part of a group reg and someone else got my badge for me, so I didn't have go through any of this, but now I'm concerned.

Yes, that will be fine.  ;D

Thank you :)

Barcodes are one option we are looking at, but as with any new technology, it takes time to implement. This year, its a grand spanking new reg system.....barcodes maybe in the future we will see.

Quote from: Chewie on January 30, 2008, 03:51:52 AM
Pockystix had a good idea in another thread.

Barcodes.

Print them up and bring them in, fanime staff scans them and you're good to go.

Quote from: koella on January 30, 2008, 03:23:05 PM
Regarding passport as identification, would an expired passport be ok?

An expired one would not work because it is no longer valid. Sorry!

Quote from: Sen on January 31, 2008, 05:42:33 PM

Quote from: koella on January 30, 2008, 03:23:05 PM
Regarding passport as identification, would an expired passport be ok?

An expired one would not work because it is no longer valid. Sorry!

Why?

There are many issues that we would run into. Agencies update security and identification measures and that is why they have expiration dates. If we took an ID 2 years expired, we would also be obligated to take an ID expired in 1973. Your biological indicators listed on the ID could change over that time period also.

I can go on and on about reasons why we have these policies but in the end these are the rules set by Fanime and we need to hold to them. If you have better solutions, please join our staff and help us make the reg process better. That way you also may better understand the process that our staffers go through to register a member and maybe shed some light on the reasons we do the things we do.

We strive to identify and implement change that will make Fanime better, but these changes must be reasonable and extensively reviewed before we can implement them. Our process comes from years of experience and we hope that the combination of this experience and new ideas will lead to a more efficient and streamlined registration.

Orz I have a lot of questions...

So I have an ID, but it doesn't have my address because we moved a few months ago and we're going to move in a few months which is why I don't want to get a new ID yet. Will it still work? The address is different, but I'm in the same state and city as the address in my card.

Quote from: gynophobia on February 02, 2008, 03:45:06 PM
Orz I have a lot of questions...

So I have an ID, but it doesn't have my address because we moved a few months ago and we're going to move in a few months which is why I don't want to get a new ID yet. Will it still work? The address is different, but I'm in the same state and city as the address in my card.

Is it a CA ID?  For you CA ID, if you put in a change of address you should have the address change card with it filled out with the new address.  If you don't have your new CA by the convention, the CA ID with the change of address card would be sufficient since it is official.  Please make sure it is not expired.  Thank you.

Quote from: Chewie on February 01, 2008, 05:22:57 AM

Quote from: Sen on January 31, 2008, 05:42:33 PM

Quote from: koella on January 30, 2008, 03:23:05 PM
Regarding passport as identification, would an expired passport be ok?

An expired one would not work because it is no longer valid. Sorry!

Why?

To Fanime personal, the above post was done while tired and angry and I think was nothing more than me trying to start an argument. My apologies as it's really a dumb question.

>.>;;

Most government ID cards won't allow someone to steal your identity. They might try to get into a club or something with it, but they won't be able to get your credit info or SIN. It's basically just your name, a photo, and address, same as something like a school ID would have, only it's issued by an officially recognized organization.

Okay, maybe i'm completely missing this (i don't want to start a new thread if i can help it). I read about having your ID, etc to pick up your pre-reg badge (all good and fine). my question is this, can they be picked up the night before the convention starts? or do we just get there early to pick them up? i can't remember reading the part about actually picking up the badge anywhere (location? time?)

or maybe i'm just blind. any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Quote from: jAded on February 15, 2008, 10:16:23 AM
Okay, maybe i'm completely missing this (i don't want to start a new thread if i can help it). I read about having your ID, etc to pick up your pre-reg badge (all good and fine). my question is this, can they be picked up the night before the convention starts? or do we just get there early to pick them up? i can't remember reading the part about actually picking up the badge anywhere (location? time?)

or maybe i'm just blind. any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Last year you could pick up your badge Thursday (I'm sure they'll post times later) and the registration area was on the first floor of the convention center right as you walk in the main entrance.

I'm not allowed to carry around my passport, so is it alright is a bring a photocopy?

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on February 15, 2008, 09:05:38 PM
I'm not allowed to carry around my passport, so is it alright is a bring a photocopy?

They'll most likely want to see the real thing.

Photocopies aren't allowed. Since there are a few months left before the con, that's plenty of time to apply and receive a state-issued I.d.

Quote from: Krnchichiri on February 16, 2008, 11:46:15 AM
Photocopies aren't allowed. Since there are a few months left before the con, that's plenty of time to apply and receive a state-issued I.d.

I asked my sister just WHAT a state issued ID was.. She said a school ID, since those are issued BY the state.. So now I'm really confused. So Just what is a state issued ID?

A state issued ID looks almost identical to a driver's license, and is purchased for something like $20 from the state of California or where ever it is you're from. I'm not 100% sure where it is that you apply/send in for one, but it's accepted as ID where school IDs aren't. If you're 18, they're not going to accept a school ID for Lotto, Cigarettes, etc.

Does that make sense? I'm kinda outta it today. It's something that's good to have on general principles.

A state issued photo ID is an ID that is issued by a state but not an entity of the state.

Qualifying IDs include a drivers license, a state identification (issued by the CA DMV under much the same process of a drivers license, without the privilege of driving), passports, and other IDs issued by a government.

Forms of identification we do not accept are social security cards (no photo or identifying information), birth certificates (no photo), school ID (despite being from a public school, it still is not government issue, there is no identifying information on the ID, and no format that is consistent state-wide), library card (....not a friggen ID), and many other possibilities (credit card, insurance card, barnes and noble card, blood donor card, CA$H).

If you are in doubt, please e-mail registrationATfanimeDOTcom and ask.

a good guide: (assuming that you were hypothetically of age) If you can use it to purchase age controlled items or to get into a bar or club, then you can use it at Fanime (though California bars are now being encouraged not to accept passports because of their inconsistency across states)

Konychiwa ewu,

  I have an avatar for my badge. How do I ask Registration Staff to add my avatar before they start printing Official FanimeCon 2008 badges ???

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM(though California bars are now being encouraged not to accept passports because of their inconsistency across states)

NOOOOOOOO

Every time I've been to Cali, the only type of ID they ever accepted of mine was my passport, since everything else is crazy French canadian stuff. T_T

Quote from: Moonblossom on February 18, 2008, 10:04:58 AM

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM(though California bars are now being encouraged not to accept passports because of their inconsistency across states)

NOOOOOOOO

Every time I've been to Cali, the only type of ID they ever accepted of mine was my passport, since everything else is crazy French canadian stuff. T_T

It might not count for out of country visitors. I have a feeling this is more for USA residents that are trying to use their passport instead of somerhing thing like a drivers licence.

Quote from: Narutotaku on February 18, 2008, 12:24:51 AM
Konychiwa ewu,

  I have an avatar for my badge. How do I ask Registration Staff to add my avatar before they start printing Official FanimeCon 2008 badges ???

Can we have avatars on our badges? I've never seen one, at least I don't think I have. All my old Fanime badges just have my name, number, fan name and then whatever the art is for the year.

Quote from: phoenixphire24 on February 18, 2008, 10:37:27 AM

Quote from: Moonblossom on February 18, 2008, 10:04:58 AM

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM(though California bars are now being encouraged not to accept passports because of their inconsistency across states)

NOOOOOOOO

Every time I've been to Cali, the only type of ID they ever accepted of mine was my passport, since everything else is crazy French canadian stuff. T_T

It might not count for out of country visitors. I have a feeling this is more for USA residents that are trying to use their passport instead of somerhing thing like a drivers licence.

Aah, ok. Thanks. I hope so!

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM
Qualifying IDs include a drivers license, a state identification (issued by the CA DMV under much the same process of a drivers license, without the privilege of driving), passports, and other IDs issued by a government.

I don't have a drivers license (Too young), so I'll try to bring a passport. The picture taken for the passport hasn't been updated, but I guess you can still tell it's me. Will that be alright?

Edit: I heard it's also possible to get your badge by presenting a voucher? Proof that you paid for the badge and stuff. I got two emails, one when I registered for Fanime, and one after I paid for my full-weekend badge. Do I print out both, or do I HAVE to get a state issued ID?

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on February 18, 2008, 09:16:14 PM

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM
Qualifying IDs include a drivers license, a state identification (issued by the CA DMV under much the same process of a drivers license, without the privilege of driving), passports, and other IDs issued by a government.

I don't have a drivers license (Too young), so I'll try to bring a passport. The picture taken for the passport hasn't been updated, but I guess you can still tell it's me. Will that be alright?

Edit: I heard it's also possible to get your badge by presenting a voucher? Proof that you paid for the badge and stuff. I got two emails, one when I registered for Fanime, and one after I paid for my full-weekend badge. Do I print out both, or do I HAVE to get a state issued ID?

Your passport (as long as it is valid) will be fine. There is a separate confirmation receipt that will be available through your account closer to con time. You will need to bring the confirmation receipt in addition to your qualified ID. So that's two items, a print out and your qualified ID.

xD Darn you, Sen, you beat me to it!

Are any of the changes you've "been discussing" going to be going into effect or have you just moved onto "state ids, deal with it."?

Curious is all. We had a pretty good and idea filled debate going when some of the staff told us to all but can it and that it was being looked into. What was the result of the "looking into"?

Also, if someone has a passport and can't bring it, a photocopy should be accepted. There are a plethora of reason why a young person (or even children) shouldn't be carrying around a passport. Unless your staff is blind you can spot a fake photocopy from a mile away.

Again, a simple yet effective compromise and it seems like it wasn't even considered.


Edit - Also curious about Photo Bank ATM cards. Are they acceptable?

I used to forge IDs in high school, and I will vouch that photocopies can be well-forged incredibly easily (well-forged being the operative word here), and have no security measures like watermarks, holograms, or anything imbedded in linen paper. I've never seen an official establishment accept photocopies or faxes or anything of that nature as proper ID. Even for things as basic as getting into clubs, they'll still ask for something more legitimate.

:0 Tsk tsk, Moonie!

But in any case, Chewie: Photo Bank ATM cards aren't government issued. ^^; And if someone like a child was to bring a passport, their guardian should be in possession of it after receiving the badge... or if the child is under 10, there would be no need to bring ID because they would get a free badge anyways. o.0 Still, Fanime is a ways away and it'd just be easier to get a state issued ID to avoid hassle. ^^;

I needed cash, and I was good with photoshop, back when photoshop was expensive and hard to find ><;; Also, I had access to a laminating machine. It just made sense. Well, that, and I'm a naughty monkey.

Quote from: Krnchichiri on February 18, 2008, 09:45:03 PM
xD Darn you, Sen, you beat me to it!

Sorry!! I'll uhh...slow down?

Quote from: phoenixphire24
Can we have avatars on our badges? I've never seen one, at least I don't think I have. All my old Fanime badges just have my name, number, fan name and then whatever the art is for the year.

Member badges will get a random image from a set of images that our artists make. Only staff badges can be personalized.

Quote from: Chewie on February 19, 2008, 08:39:21 AM
Are any of the changes you've "been discussing" going to be going into
effect or have you just moved onto "state ids, deal with it."?

Curious is all. We had a pretty good and idea filled debate going when
some of the staff told us to all but can it and that it was being
looked into. What was the result of the "looking into"?

Also, if someone has a passport and can't bring it, a photocopy should
be accepted. There are a plethora of reason why a young person (or
even children) shouldn't be carrying around a passport. Unless your
staff is blind you can spot a fake photocopy from a mile away.

Again, a simple yet effective compromise and it seems like it wasn't
even considered.


Edit - Also curious about Photo Bank ATM cards. Are they acceptable?

The changes we are discussing we aim implement in the following years,
MAYBE as early as next year, but the massive machine known as
Registration has started rolling and will stay the course till we can
start fresh next year.

As for the state issues IDs, we will hold firmly on this issue. It is
clearly our responsibility to ensure your badge does not find its way
into another person's hands as well as ensure the safety of all those
that attend the convention. We must stay off all possibilites of
forged or incorrect information.

It is very true that California establishments serving alcohol are
being encouraged to NOT take passports because they are not consistent
from country to country and thus easy to forge.

Chewie: I encourage you to join reg staff so that you may understand
our process better and be more able to contribute solutions that we
may implement effectively.

Thank you Moonblossom for a brief but enlightening look into the field of.....photoshop

Thanks Krnchichiri for your contributions on passports and bank cards.

Again, from my above post: Qualifying IDs include a drivers license, a
state identification (issued by the CA DMV under much the same process
of a drivers license, without the privilege of driving), passports,
and other IDs issued by a government.

I see I've run into the same wall we did before.

"State ids, deal with it. Sorry for your inconvenience but hey, we gave you plenty of time to go drop more money."

As for the passport thing, what you are saying is the exact reason this thread was started. People not being able to get their guardians to go out of their way, ESPECIALLY not to just be there for passport retrieval. You guys are also going so far as to tell them their older siblings aren't good enough. "Thanks for driving 7 hours mom since being with my older sister isn't good enough! ^^"

I said young people. Teenagers. Not JUST children. Teenagers while some to even most of them are pretty smart and savvy kids, they have their flaws. A document like that being tossed around to get into not another country, not a government facility, not even a school but into a convention (and before you think this is a huge insult and take this straight to the ass, READ THE POINT) and you guys being so nonchalant about it is bordering on carelessness on your part.

As for bars not accepting passports, you're not a bar nor are you selling an age controlled substance. It's a completely moot example.

The photocopy thing is still a good idea, but it seems this setting is just the place for some kid to strut his prowess at making fake photocopy picture IDs. Huge market for those over in China and Africa I hear. Like an epidemic...

Lastly, for whatever reason they couldn't bring the ID, most banks require TWO forms of photo ID to join in the first place. At this point it's the same thing. Thus eliminating the need for someone who lost their ID who happened to still have their atm card. It's why banks use it in the first place. So photo IDs don't need to be busted out every time you make a purchase.

I think I am going to bow out of this thread and further discussions about the subject. Clearly the real issue at hand (are people going to get to experience Fanime without another FORCED fee for ID) is being ignored and has turned into "sorry, what we say goes as our beliefs - read: rules -  on whether or not you have a state ID at the age of 14 are and that yes you should and why not?".

See you all in May regardless. =\

Thanks for your concerns. Unfortunately, we have not been able to develop a compromise to the suggestions you have made.

As each and every staff member were once fans, we strive to make the fan's experience as great as possible. so please let us know the issue that you have and we will work together to make something work.

Our policies are set that way for numerous reasons and if you have a particular concern, we can find ways that will work for you yet still not disregard the reasons why we have our established policies.

In the end we need to make sure someone else does not get your badge that you paid for and that you are indeed who you are. The only way we can do that is with consistent form of identification that any staffer can recognize and also be able to identify as fake.

please let us know: registrationATfanimeDOTcom

Thanks for your time. Sorry if it was an inconvenience to you D: But I'm glad the badge pick up thing is cleared up.. I'll try to bring my passport.

Quote from: Sen on February 19, 2008, 01:53:53 PM

Quote from: phoenixphire24
Can we have avatars on our badges? I've never seen one, at least I don't think I have. All my old Fanime badges just have my name, number, fan name and then whatever the art is for the year.

Member badges will get a random image from a set of images that our artists make. Only staff badges can be personalized.

That's what I thought, but I wasn't sure if the original questioner was staff or just a regular con-goer.

Konychiwa Otaku elite and all sub-species of anime/manga fan(Genshiken),

What are the hours for badge pick-up? Does the badge pick-up booth close in the evening  ???

Konychiwa Otaku elite and all sub-species of anime/manga fan(Genshiken),

  Do I need to bring only valid "official" I.D. or both "official" I.D. & Pre-registration e-mail conformation ???

Quote from: KyraEnsui on November 18, 2007, 10:51:28 AM
Getting a State ID is pretty simple and cheap. Only thing you would have to dread about is waiting in line at the DMV. (>.>) You will have the California State ID for 6 years.

Say for example if your birthday is a few weeks before Fanime should someone be concered if they had to change their info, because I'll be turning 16 in one or two weeks before the FanimeCon. Which reminds me, if a state issued ID lasts 6 years according to KyraEnsui. Then the ID displays your birthdate not your age? Or...... can somebody just show me what it should look like?

I have another question, but isn't really related to the badge pick up...


Is there a certain date where people who've pre-registered can't change their info? Such as their address? Will it cost money to change that info? Because I'm going to be moving next week so I need to pretty soon.

Quote from: JohnnyAR on February 22, 2008, 05:01:20 PM

Quote from: KyraEnsui on November 18, 2007, 10:51:28 AM
Getting a State ID is pretty simple and cheap. Only thing you would have to dread about is waiting in line at the DMV. (>.>) You will have the California State ID for 6 years.

Say for example if your birthday is a few weeks before Fanime should someone be concered if they had to change their info, because I'll be turning 16 in one or two weeks before the FanimeCon. Which reminds me, if a state issued ID lasts 6 years according to KyraEnsui. Then the ID displays your birthdate not your age? Or...... can somebody just show me what it should look like?

I have another question, but isn't really related to the badge pick up...


Is there a certain date where people who've pre-registered can't change their info? Such as their address? Will it cost money to change that info? Because I'm going to be moving next week so I need to pretty soon.

The state issued ID looks almost identical to a CA driver's license, as for the other question, can't help ya there. ^^;

You will need to bring a state issued ID and the electronic "postcard". We CAN look you up if you only bring an ID, but it will take longer.

There are Reg times but they have NOT been established yet. It will probably be something like 3-evening on thurs and 8-8 on fri, sat, and sun. Mon will be something like 8-12 and 12-afternoon for 2009 pre reg....but these have NOT been established yet.

You don't really need to worry about your birthday if it is so close to con.

We will be printing badges sometime after pre-reg closes on Mar 31. Once they have been printed, you will not be able to change the information on your badge.

Cal ID link: http://dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#idcard (http://dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#idcard)

Any questions can also be directed to registrationATfanimeDOTcom

Quote from: ewu on February 22, 2008, 06:32:56 PM
You will need to bring a state issued ID and the electronic "postcard". We CAN look you up if you only bring an ID, but it will take longer.

There are Reg times but they have NOT been established yet. It will probably be something like 3-evening on thurs and 8-8 on fri, sat, and sun. Mon will be something like 8-12 and 12-afternoon for 2009 pre reg....but these have NOT been established yet.

You don't really need to worry about your birthday if it is so close to con.

We will be printing badges sometime after pre-reg closes on Mar 31. Once they have been printed, you will not be able to change the information on your badge.

Cal ID link: http://dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#idcard (http://dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#idcard)

Any questions can also be directed to registrationATfanimeDOTcom

Konychiwa Otaku elite and all sub-species of anime/manga fan(Genshiken),

  When will I get "the electronic 'postcard'" in the mail ???

Narutotaku- I think he's talking about your confirmation e-mail you got sent when you pre-registered... either that, or later on near Fanime, there's going to be a massive e-mail thing where you will get something in your e-mail. :3 But yeah. Your confirmation e-mail works as well as your post card, I suppose. (assuming its two different things. )

If you are 15, can you still get a State ID at the DMV?

Quote from: (GG)Nami_Misaki on February 23, 2008, 02:34:32 PM
If you are 15, can you still get a State ID at the DMV?

yeah you can and sorta have too since you won't be let in without a state issued ID, not a school ID, a 15 year old like myself will need to do so.

Ok so this what I got so far, correct me if I'm wrong.

- A offical stated issued is required for those over the age of 13

- Your info that you recived in the email

- Some type of receipt that you recieve thorough email or something?

If I missed anything than please let me know and again if I correct me if I got anything wrong.

Oh I see, then I'll get myself one this month or next month. Thanks for answering my question!

ur welcome

Quote from: JohnnyAR on February 23, 2008, 07:08:31 PM

Quote from: (GG)Nami_Misaki on February 23, 2008, 02:34:32 PM
If you are 15, can you still get a State ID at the DMV?

yeah you can and sorta have too since you won't be let in without a state issued ID, not a school ID, a 15 year old like myself will need to do so.

Ok so this what I got so far, correct me if I'm wrong.

- A offical stated issued is required for those over the age of 13

- Your info that you recived in the email

- Some type of receipt that you recieve thorough email or something?

If I missed anything than please let me know and again if I correct me if I got anything wrong.

The receipt/e-postcard will be available for you to print out from the Fanime site closer to Fanime. There will be a link from the registration page. At least that's how it was last year.

Quote from: phoenixphire24 on February 25, 2008, 10:00:04 AM

Quote from: JohnnyAR on February 23, 2008, 07:08:31 PM

Quote from: (GG)Nami_Misaki on February 23, 2008, 02:34:32 PM
If you are 15, can you still get a State ID at the DMV?

yeah you can and sorta have too since you won't be let in without a state issued ID, not a school ID, a 15 year old like myself will need to do so.

Ok so this what I got so far, correct me if I'm wrong.

- A offical stated issued is required for those over the age of 13

- Your info that you recived in the email

- Some type of receipt that you recieve thorough email or something?

If I missed anything than please let me know and again if I correct me if I got anything wrong.

The receipt/e-postcard will be available for you to print out from the Fanime site closer to Fanime. There will be a link from the registration page. At least that's how it was last year.

Thank you

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM
Forms of identification we do not accept are social security cards (no photo or identifying information), birth certificates (no photo), school ID (despite being from a public school, it still is not government issue, there is no identifying information on the ID, and no format that is consistent state-wide), library card (....not a friggen ID), and many other possibilities (credit card, insurance card, barnes and noble card, blood donor card, CA$H).

lol at the "library card" and "CA$H" parts!

Why is there "no identifying information" on school IDs? It certainly has a real name and photo, at least. If those school photos are good and important enough to put on "missing child" posters, surely they can get one into a con.

Quote from: misosoupaddict on March 02, 2008, 01:14:56 AM

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM
Forms of identification we do not accept are social security cards (no photo or identifying information), birth certificates (no photo), school ID (despite being from a public school, it still is not government issue, there is no identifying information on the ID, and no format that is consistent state-wide), library card (....not a friggen ID), and many other possibilities (credit card, insurance card, barnes and noble card, blood donor card, CA$H).

lol at the "library card" and "CA$H" parts!

Why is there "no identifying information" on school IDs? It certainly has a real name and photo, at least. If those school photos are good and important enough to put on "missing child" posters, surely they can get one into a con.

I'm just saying this from how I see it, but it doesn't contain your birthdate, it doesn't actually say "John Smith is 5'10" with brown eyes and red hair." Etc.

Quote from: Tony on December 30, 2007, 12:05:21 PM

Quote from: GokuMew2 on December 30, 2007, 10:23:45 AM
It's not like the school system is so whack that anyone can impersonate someone else to get an ID.

That's true, but the biggest problem is the sheer number of ID types. If Fanime sticks with government-issued ID only, then there are only a handful of types. Otherwise...

1. People could make a counterfeit school ID. It would be cheap and easy to forge one - at least compared to a government-issued type.

2. We don't even know what a legitimate school ID from _____ looks like. Maybe we could learn what a few look like, but there are too many schools for us to memorize. That's really the biggest problem.

^ Fanime Staff quote from pg 2.

Especially from people coming from out of the area.

Hell, I'm coming from Canadia, eh? I could slap any old thing together and claim it's some form of standardized ID from here. I know that's not gonna help, so I'm fine with bringing my passport. :)

Quote from: Xeluu on March 02, 2008, 04:26:02 AM

Quote from: misosoupaddict on March 02, 2008, 01:14:56 AM

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM
Forms of identification we do not accept are social security cards (no photo or identifying information), birth certificates (no photo), school ID (despite being from a public school, it still is not government issue, there is no identifying information on the ID, and no format that is consistent state-wide), library card (....not a friggen ID), and many other possibilities (credit card, insurance card, barnes and noble card, blood donor card, CA$H).

lol at the "library card" and "CA$H" parts!

Why is there "no identifying information" on school IDs? It certainly has a real name and photo, at least. If those school photos are good and important enough to put on "missing child" posters, surely they can get one into a con.

I'm just saying this from how I see it, but it doesn't contain your birthdate, it doesn't actually say "John Smith is 5'10" with brown eyes and red hair." Etc.

but MY GOSH...school ID has (well mine has) 1. school name 2. your name 3. grade level 4. YOUR FREAKING SCHOOL ID #(which has been the same as far as i know, since middle school..maybe even elementary..but i have no clue about that) 5. there's a RECENT photo of you (i mean, *gasp* it's even been taken within a year!) 6. mine even has the SCHOOL ADDRESS on the back.
YES, it doesn't have your height (have they ever heard of growth spurts?), YES, it doesn't have your hair color (what about dying your hair), it doesn't have your eye color..but does that really matter when you have a PHOTO of yourself? i mean, really it's a PAIN in the butt to get a state ID. i see no use of spending a good $23 dollars on getting a state ID when i'll probably get my driver's license in a few months after Fanime. So basically the $23 will be added to the $45 entry fee to Fanime amking $65 when i already PRE REGISTERED. *sarcastic* look how much pre registering saved me!

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Quote from: pochacco on March 06, 2008, 05:59:05 PM
but MY GOSH...school ID has (well mine has) 1. school name 2. your name 3. grade level 4. YOUR FREAKING SCHOOL ID #(which has been the same as far as i know, since middle school..maybe even elementary..but i have no clue about that) 5. there's a RECENT photo of you (i mean, *gasp* it's even been taken within a year!) 6. mine even has the SCHOOL ADDRESS on the back.
YES, it doesn't have your height (have they ever heard of growth spurts?), YES, it doesn't have your hair color (what about dying your hair), it doesn't have your eye color..but does that really matter when you have a PHOTO of yourself? i mean, really it's a PAIN in the butt to get a state ID. i see no use of spending a good $23 dollars on getting a state ID when i'll probably get my driver's license in a few months after Fanime. So basically the $23 will be added to the $45 entry fee to Fanime amking $65 when i already PRE REGISTERED. *sarcastic* look how much pre registering saved me!

That's because school IDs are easy to fake. As previously stated, Fanime staff won't know if you made up the school ID or not. They will have no verification that it is real.

*cough*Two years ago, I just used my school ID just like short_storiesgl and they let me go but hey you never know if the rule changes or Fanime staff becomes stricter.*cough*

this is true because they dont really care.

but yeah they say they are going to get more strict.. but

i havent see a change
*sigh* just hope for the best

Quote from: pochacco on March 06, 2008, 05:59:05 PM

Quote from: Xeluu on March 02, 2008, 04:26:02 AM

Quote from: misosoupaddict on March 02, 2008, 01:14:56 AM

Quote from: ewu on February 17, 2008, 01:53:56 AM
Forms of identification we do not accept are social security cards (no photo or identifying information), birth certificates (no photo), school ID (despite being from a public school, it still is not government issue, there is no identifying information on the ID, and no format that is consistent state-wide), library card (....not a friggen ID), and many other possibilities (credit card, insurance card, barnes and noble card, blood donor card, CA$H).

lol at the "library card" and "CA$H" parts!

Why is there "no identifying information" on school IDs? It certainly has a real name and photo, at least. If those school photos are good and important enough to put on "missing child" posters, surely they can get one into a con.

I'm just saying this from how I see it, but it doesn't contain your birthdate, it doesn't actually say "John Smith is 5'10" with brown eyes and red hair." Etc.

but MY GOSH...school ID has (well mine has) 1. school name 2. your name 3. grade level 4. YOUR FREAKING SCHOOL ID #(which has been the same as far as i know, since middle school..maybe even elementary..but i have no clue about that) 5. there's a RECENT photo of you (i mean, *gasp* it's even been taken within a year!) 6. mine even has the SCHOOL ADDRESS on the back.
YES, it doesn't have your height (have they ever heard of growth spurts?), YES, it doesn't have your hair color (what about dying your hair), it doesn't have your eye color..but does that really matter when you have a PHOTO of yourself? i mean, really it's a PAIN in the butt to get a state ID. i see no use of spending a good $23 dollars on getting a state ID when i'll probably get my driver's license in a few months after Fanime. So basically the $23 will be added to the $45 entry fee to Fanime amking $65 when i already PRE REGISTERED. *sarcastic* look how much pre registering saved me!

Except that most of the things you have listed are easy to fake and not the sort of information they need. How do a school name, grade level, and school ID number help them? This is not easily verifiable information. There are thousands of people coming to Fanime, and therefore hundreds of potential schools and IDs. Sure it's got a picture, but anyone with photoshop can edit their picture and laminate a card. A state ID has your address (which is part of the information the staff has), a picture, a birth date (also info the staff has), and seals, marks, etc that make it much harder to fake. Plus, all state IDs are the same, so there's no guessing as to where it came from. If you bring another form of ID, you are risking not getting into Fanime. Yes, it costs some extra money, but an ID is nice to have. Plus, it's a lot easier to get a drivers license after having a state ID because the DMV already has all of your info.

ok, so there's no official time of Badge pick-up on Thursday yet?

Quote from: Avairrianna on March 21, 2008, 11:16:52 AM
ok, so there's no official time of Badge pick-up on Thursday yet?

It'll be announced in a month or so. :3

ok thanks! I just need to know what time I need to leave Bakersfield in order to make it in 5 hours to Reg on Thursday!

Of course...If I miss it I can always spend the night in front of the line for the next morning and be first/close to first getting it then lol!

QuoteOf course...If I miss it I can always spend the night in front of the line for the next morning and be first/close to first getting it then lol!

I don't think spending the night IN the line is allowed, if you mean by sleeping on the convention floor.
I think I've already asked, but for the Thursday Pre-Reg line itself, where is it supposed to start anyway? Last year I had it started one way, but the whole thing had to be moved to another area (safety reasons).
I'm guessing the line should start where it ended up?

Quote from: Avairrianna on March 21, 2008, 12:56:25 PM
ok thanks! I just need to know what time I need to leave Bakersfield in order to make it in 5 hours to Reg on Thursday!

Of course...If I miss it I can always spend the night in front of the line for the next morning and be first/close to first getting it then lol!

This isn't a general admission concert or anything. .^^;; Even without camping out, you'll get your badge in a timely manner so don't worry.

Quote from: GokuMew2 on March 21, 2008, 03:31:26 PM

Quote from: Avairrianna on March 21, 2008, 12:56:25 PM
ok thanks! I just need to know what time I need to leave Bakersfield in order to make it in 5 hours to Reg on Thursday!

Of course...If I miss it I can always spend the night in front of the line for the next morning and be first/close to first getting it then lol!

This isn't a general admission concert or anything. .^^;; Even without camping out, you'll get your badge in a timely manner so don't worry.

Did you see the non pre-reg line last year on saturday =p? Sheesh felt like a general admission concert to me!

Quote from: Steve.Young on March 21, 2008, 11:52:15 PM

Quote from: GokuMew2 on March 21, 2008, 03:31:26 PM

Quote from: Avairrianna on March 21, 2008, 12:56:25 PM
ok thanks! I just need to know what time I need to leave Bakersfield in order to make it in 5 hours to Reg on Thursday!

Of course...If I miss it I can always spend the night in front of the line for the next morning and be first/close to first getting it then lol!

This isn't a general admission concert or anything. .^^;; Even without camping out, you'll get your badge in a timely manner so don't worry.

Did you see the non pre-reg line last year on saturday =p? Sheesh felt like a general admission concert to me!

yea......that was Saturday, not Thursday. lets hope lesson was learned.

Quote from: otakuapprentice on March 21, 2008, 11:55:28 PM

Quote from: Steve.Young on March 21, 2008, 11:52:15 PM

Quote from: GokuMew2 on March 21, 2008, 03:31:26 PM

Quote from: Avairrianna on March 21, 2008, 12:56:25 PM
ok thanks! I just need to know what time I need to leave Bakersfield in order to make it in 5 hours to Reg on Thursday!

Of course...If I miss it I can always spend the night in front of the line for the next morning and be first/close to first getting it then lol!

This isn't a general admission concert or anything. .^^;; Even without camping out, you'll get your badge in a timely manner so don't worry.

Did you see the non pre-reg line last year on saturday =p? Sheesh felt like a general admission concert to me!

yea......that was Saturday, not Thursday. lets hope lesson was learned.

XD That's why Pre-reg is best to get and getting the badge on Thursday. Last year, I tried to register at the door, but I knew it was Saturday so luckily, I had a friend there who's already in line and was able to get me register all weekend without standing in line for hours! ^^;

Quote from: Steve.Young on March 21, 2008, 11:52:15 PM
Did you see the non pre-reg line last year on saturday =p? Sheesh felt like a general admission concert to me!

But since this person wanted to come up to get their badge on Thursday, I assumed they pre-regged or at least early regged?? And therefore they wouldn't have to line up so early to get their badge in a timely manner and can avoid the at-con reg crowd.

From what I remember that Thursday is reserved for people who already Pre-reg and that it's usually in the evening until 10pm or so.

I can bring my passport, but the picture is outdated. YEARS outdated. And I'm too lazy to get another taken. Can I use a school picture? My ID card had a sticker on the face and I tried to peel it off.. Then.. Well, it turned out horrible, making my ugly picture even worse. Dx
Tomorrow (@time of post) is school picture day, so I'll be able to get a better picture.

Basically -> Can I use a school picture with my passport since my passport picture is outdated?

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 09, 2008, 09:55:53 PM
I can bring my passport, but the picture is outdated. YEARS outdated. And I'm too lazy to get another taken. Can I use a school picture? My ID card had a sticker on the face and I tried to peel it off.. Then.. Well, it turned out horrible, making my ugly picture even worse. Dx
Tomorrow (@time of post) is school picture day, so I'll be able to get a better picture.

Basically -> Can I use a school picture with my passport since my passport picture is outdated?

As long as the PASSPORT isn't expired you'll be fine. If your passport is expired you'll need to renew it, as all government ID needs to be valid (AKA up to date)

Quote from: FanFicGuru on April 09, 2008, 11:25:32 PM

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 09, 2008, 09:55:53 PM
I can bring my passport, but the picture is outdated. YEARS outdated. And I'm too lazy to get another taken. Can I use a school picture? My ID card had a sticker on the face and I tried to peel it off.. Then.. Well, it turned out horrible, making my ugly picture even worse. Dx
Tomorrow (@time of post) is school picture day, so I'll be able to get a better picture.

Basically -> Can I use a school picture with my passport since my passport picture is outdated?

As long as the PASSPORT isn't expired you'll be fine. If your passport is expired you'll need to renew it, as all government ID needs to be valid (AKA up to date)

If my passport isn't expired, do I still have to bring a picture?

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 10, 2008, 08:00:34 PM

Quote from: FanFicGuru on April 09, 2008, 11:25:32 PM

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 09, 2008, 09:55:53 PM
I can bring my passport, but the picture is outdated. YEARS outdated. And I'm too lazy to get another taken. Can I use a school picture? My ID card had a sticker on the face and I tried to peel it off.. Then.. Well, it turned out horrible, making my ugly picture even worse. Dx
Tomorrow (@time of post) is school picture day, so I'll be able to get a better picture.

Basically -> Can I use a school picture with my passport since my passport picture is outdated?

As long as the PASSPORT isn't expired you'll be fine. If your passport is expired you'll need to renew it, as all government ID needs to be valid (AKA up to date)

If my passport isn't expired, do I still have to bring a picture?

Is it just an old photo on a current passport? Shouldn't be a problem as long as someone can tell it's you I'd imagine. Most important part is it being valid.

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 10, 2008, 08:00:34 PM

Quote from: FanFicGuru on April 09, 2008, 11:25:32 PM

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 09, 2008, 09:55:53 PM
I can bring my passport, but the picture is outdated. YEARS outdated. And I'm too lazy to get another taken. Can I use a school picture? My ID card had a sticker on the face and I tried to peel it off.. Then.. Well, it turned out horrible, making my ugly picture even worse. Dx
Tomorrow (@time of post) is school picture day, so I'll be able to get a better picture.

Basically -> Can I use a school picture with my passport since my passport picture is outdated?

As long as the PASSPORT isn't expired you'll be fine. If your passport is expired you'll need to renew it, as all government ID needs to be valid (AKA up to date)

If my passport isn't expired, do I still have to bring a picture?

No. If the passport is valid and good enough for you to travel with, it's plenty good for registration. If the picture needed to be updated then you would have been notified the last time you used it for international travel, or the last time you renewed it. I believe all passports are valid for 10 years, so regardless of whether or not you're 8 in the picture and are 17 now, a recent picture isn't necessary.

At least, that's how I see it.

Quote from: FanFicGuru on April 11, 2008, 09:14:09 PM

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 10, 2008, 08:00:34 PM

Quote from: FanFicGuru on April 09, 2008, 11:25:32 PM

Quote from: sakuranoyuki on April 09, 2008, 09:55:53 PM
I can bring my passport, but the picture is outdated. YEARS outdated. And I'm too lazy to get another taken. Can I use a school picture? My ID card had a sticker on the face and I tried to peel it off.. Then.. Well, it turned out horrible, making my ugly picture even worse. Dx
Tomorrow (@time of post) is school picture day, so I'll be able to get a better picture.

Basically -> Can I use a school picture with my passport since my passport picture is outdated?

As long as the PASSPORT isn't expired you'll be fine. If your passport is expired you'll need to renew it, as all government ID needs to be valid (AKA up to date)

If my passport isn't expired, do I still have to bring a picture?

No. If the passport is valid and good enough for you to travel with, it's plenty good for registration. If the picture needed to be updated then you would have been notified the last time you used it for international travel, or the last time you renewed it. I believe all passports are valid for 10 years, so regardless of whether or not you're 8 in the picture and are 17 now, a recent picture isn't necessary.

At least, that's how I see it.

The last time I used it was.. 4 years ago? Maybe 3.. Anyway, thanks for the help. I'll bring a picture just in case?
Sorry for the trouble :B

I just wanted to clarify, since there are two different statements on the website.

On this page : http://www.fanime.com/reg it states, "Pre-Registration and Early Registration memberships will soon have a Printable Postcard available on your account page.  Please print this out and bring to Pre-Registration when you come to pick up your badge.  In addition to this, Registration staff will randomly check ID during badge pickup at Con.

Please note that it is not impossible to pickup your badge without a government ID, but the process is time consuming and will impact other members' wait in line."

But on the Registration FAQ, it says : "I've pre-registered! Where is my badge??
If you have paid in full your badge will be waiting for you at registration at the con. Please be prepared to show a valid government issued photo ID (passport, driver's license, state ID, military ID, etc.) to pick up your badge. A school ID is not an acceptable form of ID."

So I'm really freaking out right now because it's turns out that my passport is expired and I don't have a state issued ID, so any word on this would be really, really appreciated.

Thanks for your time! ^^;

@khtosanimelover:
Not trying to be mean, just trying to make sure you get good information.  Any questions about official policy should really be addressed to the people in charge via e-mail.  Asking questions like this on a forum where just anyone can answer can lead to heart break if someone answers who isn't completely familiar with the policies.  You can find the e-mail address for registration on under the contact heading on the main page.

Good luck!

Email [registration at fanime dot com].

fixed..... www.fanime.com/reg would be the best place to check cuz honestly we haven't updated the FAQs :)

Quote"Pre-Registration and Early Registration memberships will soon have a Printable Postcard available on your account page.  Please print this out and bring to Pre-Registration when you come to pick up your badge."

(Specifically for Reg staff only)
Does Registration normally send automated e-mails to attendees when the electronic postcard is up for download and printing or is it the individual's responsibility to check their account regularly to see if the postcard is up?

Just thought I would ask for someone who doesn't have access to the forums.

From what I can put together, it'll be sent via [automatic] e-mail.
I'm not so sure if it's normal, I don't remember a postcard from last year. I probably just wasn't paying attention. :P

It most definitely wouldn't be up to the individual to check. Most don't even look at their accounts after they finished registering themselves...

Quote from: Chiri Kcrinh on May 11, 2008, 11:37:33 PM
From what I can put together, it'll be sent via [automatic] e-mail.
I'm not so sure if it's normal, I don't remember a postcard from last year. I probably just wasn't paying attention. :P

It most definitely wouldn't be up to the individual to check. Most don't even look at their accounts after they finished registering themselves...

Well from my past experience, after registering, you would have to log into the site to get your print-out. The only thing they send in the email is a confirmation that you registered for Fanime. Else you would need to log in and print it out. If you guys do forget though, I believe the registration desk can look up for your account there... it would just slow the rest of the people picking up their badges as well.

Quote from: FinalShadows on May 11, 2008, 11:41:15 PM
Well from my past experience, after registering, you would have to log into the site to get your print-out. The only thing they send in the email is a confirmation that you registered for Fanime. Else you would need to log in and print it out. If you guys do forget though, I believe the registration desk can look up for your account there... it would just slow the rest of the people picking up their badges as well.

Oh, that would make sense. xD Probably easier to send it based on an existing method.
I'd e-mail reg just in case, though. They might be doing something different this year seeing as how reg is changing the processes this year...
Or wait until Eric or Claudia see this and answer it on the boards. :0

Quote from: Chiri Kcrinh on May 11, 2008, 11:45:39 PM

Quote from: FinalShadows on May 11, 2008, 11:41:15 PM
Well from my past experience, after registering, you would have to log into the site to get your print-out. The only thing they send in the email is a confirmation that you registered for Fanime. Else you would need to log in and print it out. If you guys do forget though, I believe the registration desk can look up for your account there... it would just slow the rest of the people picking up their badges as well.

Oh, that would make sense. xD Probably easier to send it based on an existing method.
I'd e-mail reg just in case, though. They might be doing something different this year seeing as how reg is changing the processes this year...
Or wait until Eric or Claudia see this and answer it on the boards. :0

The electronic "postcard" (for lack of a better word) will be available through your online account. We are NOT mailing/e-mailing them out.

When will they be available?...Soon. I know we were working on them just last night too.  I'll make an announcement on the forums when they become available. ;D

Finally, the fastest way to get your badge is to have the postcard and your government issued photo ID.

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 12:07:28 PM
We are NOT mailing/e-mailing them out.

Hope that info is on the site somewhere. A lot of people are going to completely miss it otherwise.

Quote from: Chewie on May 12, 2008, 07:35:00 PM

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 12:07:28 PM
We are NOT mailing/e-mailing them out.

Hope that info is on the site somewhere. A lot of people are going to completely miss it otherwise.

I know the page is missing the postcard information and I have talked to Antonio about it. The problem is, we're printing and laminating the badges right now so things are going crazy.
But anyways, thanks for bringing it up.

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 09:21:35 PM

Quote from: Chewie on May 12, 2008, 07:35:00 PM

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 12:07:28 PM
We are NOT mailing/e-mailing them out.

Hope that info is on the site somewhere. A lot of people are going to completely miss it otherwise.

I know the page is missing the postcard information and I have talked to Antonio about it. The problem is, we're printing and laminating the badges right now so things are going crazy.
But anyways, thanks for bringing it up.

Just glad I can help at all. A LOT of people aren't in the forum loop and will miss it completely. Hell, I doubt even half of the current forums users even come to this forum/thread section at all.

I feel bad for you guys because of those who aren't going to see it/hear about it/print it and all the extra work you're going to have to deal with on top of all the ID issues floating around. =\

Hope it works out.

Quote from: Chewie on May 13, 2008, 07:21:13 AM

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 09:21:35 PM

Quote from: Chewie on May 12, 2008, 07:35:00 PM

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 12:07:28 PM
We are NOT mailing/e-mailing them out.

Hope that info is on the site somewhere. A lot of people are going to completely miss it otherwise.

I know the page is missing the postcard information and I have talked to Antonio about it. The problem is, we're printing and laminating the badges right now so things are going crazy.
But anyways, thanks for bringing it up.

Just glad I can help at all. A LOT of people aren't in the forum loop and will miss it completely. Hell, I doubt even half of the current forums users even come to this forum/thread section at all.

I feel bad for you guys because of those who aren't going to see it/hear about it/print it and all the extra work you're going to have to deal with on top of all the ID issues floating around. =\

Hope it works out.

Well if you want. You can help laminate badges!  ;D

BTW. I believe postcards are up. http://www.fanime.com/registration/account/receipt.php (http://www.fanime.com/registration/account/receipt.php)

Quote from: Sen on May 13, 2008, 03:50:14 PM

Quote from: Chewie on May 13, 2008, 07:21:13 AM

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 09:21:35 PM

Quote from: Chewie on May 12, 2008, 07:35:00 PM

Quote from: Sen on May 12, 2008, 12:07:28 PM
We are NOT mailing/e-mailing them out.

Hope that info is on the site somewhere. A lot of people are going to completely miss it otherwise.

I know the page is missing the postcard information and I have talked to Antonio about it. The problem is, we're printing and laminating the badges right now so things are going crazy.
But anyways, thanks for bringing it up.

Just glad I can help at all. A LOT of people aren't in the forum loop and will miss it completely. Hell, I doubt even half of the current forums users even come to this forum/thread section at all.

I feel bad for you guys because of those who aren't going to see it/hear about it/print it and all the extra work you're going to have to deal with on top of all the ID issues floating around. =\

Hope it works out.

Well if you want. You can help laminate badges!  ;D

BTW. I believe postcards are up. http://www.fanime.com/registration/account/receipt.php (http://www.fanime.com/registration/account/receipt.php)

Tempting......

Okay. I have a passport but it's expired (and has my old kid photo[6 or 7 yrs.Old] and I'm 16 right now -_-) Is it accepted?
I can't get it renewed because my parents don't have time to do it and there isn't any time

Quote from: LightandDarkSoul on May 13, 2008, 10:09:37 PM
Okay. I have a passport but it's expired (and has my old kid photo[6 or 7 yrs.Old] and I'm 16 right now -_-) Is it accepted?
I can't get it renewed because my parents don't have time to do it and there isn't any time

Uh, no... e-mail reg if you don't have anything better... >.>

Quote from: Chiri Kcrinh on May 13, 2008, 10:10:34 PM

Quote from: LightandDarkSoul on May 13, 2008, 10:09:37 PM
Okay. I have a passport but it's expired (and has my old kid photo[6 or 7 yrs.Old] and I'm 16 right now -_-) Is it accepted?
I can't get it renewed because my parents don't have time to do it and there isn't any time

Uh, no... e-mail reg if you don't have anything better... >.>

I thought so. I just emailed reg. My friends have been telling me that expired passports are okay. >.> (liars) I didn't believe them because no one accepts expired passports. But I had to make sure. Oh gosh, what can I do?!

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Okay. I have a passport but it's expired (and has my old kid photo[6 or 7 yrs.Old] and I'm 16 right now -_-) Is it accepted?
I can't get it renewed because my parents don't have time to do it and there isn't any time

Uh, no... e-mail reg if you don't have anything better... >.>

I thought so. I just emailed reg. My friends have been telling me that expired passports are okay. >.> (liars) I didn't believe them because no one accepts expired passports. But I had to make sure. Oh gosh, what can I do?!

Do you have any other forms of ID that it might help?

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Quote from: Chiri Kcrinh on May 13, 2008, 10:10:34 PM

Quote from: LightandDarkSoul on May 13, 2008, 10:09:37 PM
Okay. I have a passport but it's expired (and has my old kid photo[6 or 7 yrs.Old] and I'm 16 right now -_-) Is it accepted?
I can't get it renewed because my parents don't have time to do it and there isn't any time

Uh, no... e-mail reg if you don't have anything better... >.>

I thought so. I just emailed reg. My friends have been telling me that expired passports are okay. >.> (liars) I didn't believe them because no one accepts expired passports. But I had to make sure. Oh gosh, what can I do?!

Do you have any other forms of ID that it might help?

I wish.... All I have is my passport, school ID, and my birth certificate....

Quote from: LightandDarkSoul on May 14, 2008, 02:40:23 PM
I wish.... All I have is my passport, school ID, and my birth certificate....

Email registration asap.

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Email registration asap.

:00 She did. (:

Quote from: LightandDarkSoul on May 13, 2008, 10:30:21 PM
I just emailed reg.

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Quote from: Chewie on May 14, 2008, 06:41:55 PM
Email registration asap.

:00 She did. (:

Quote from: LightandDarkSoul on May 13, 2008, 10:30:21 PM
I just emailed reg.

You and your stupid reading comprehension.

=P

I totally knew that.....

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Quote from: Chiri Kcrinh on May 14, 2008, 07:23:38 PM

Quote from: Chewie on May 14, 2008, 06:41:55 PM
Email registration asap.

:00 She did. (:

Quote from: LightandDarkSoul on May 13, 2008, 10:30:21 PM
I just emailed reg.

You and your stupid reading comprehension.

=P

I totally knew that.....

lols, I was just being lazy.  Registration said I can go ahead and bring my school ID along with the postcard printout thing. I need to bring at least something with a recent picture and my name on it if I have nothing else. So school ID it is. XP

Yay.

I know everyone's talking about what you need to pick up your badge, but where exactly do you go to pick up your badge once you get the the convention?

Quote from: jAded on May 21, 2008, 09:10:32 AM
I know everyone's talking about what you need to pick up your badge, but where exactly do you go to pick up your badge once you get the the convention?

Every year so far it's been on the ground floor of the center, right in front of the main entrance.

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Quote from: jAded on May 21, 2008, 09:10:32 AM
I know everyone's talking about what you need to pick up your badge, but where exactly do you go to pick up your badge once you get the the convention?

Every year so far it's been on the ground floor of the center, right in front of the main entrance.

And it's the same for this year.

Thanks guys.

Okay i have a major issue and i could use some info to help me....alright...i dont have a government id...and i can apply for one like the friday of the week previous to the one of the con...but im not sure if it will come by the time the con happens...if i get something printed from the DMV or w/e about me applying for one and get it with the info needed for the id or w/e, but yea...im wondering if that would work...cuz if not...i probably just wasted my money and dont get to enjoy what ive been looking forward to for like a year...along with like 5 of my other friends in the same issue...we were told it was fine to have school id and birth certificate...secondary source for the info but yea...we didnt check and when someone finally did it seems to have been a little late...anything i can do...and will my idea work?

Quote from: Leosyrian on May 19, 2010, 11:48:28 PM
Okay i have a major issue and i could use some info to help me....alright...i dont have a government id...and i can apply for one like the friday of the week previous to the one of the con...but im not sure if it will come by the time the con happens...if i get something printed from the DMV or w/e about me applying for one and get it with the info needed for the id or w/e, but yea...im wondering if that would work...cuz if not...i probably just wasted my money and dont get to enjoy what ive been looking forward to for like a year...along with like 5 of my other friends in the same issue...we were told it was fine to have school id and birth certificate...secondary source for the info but yea...we didnt check and when someone finally did it seems to have been a little late...anything i can do...and will my idea work?

E-mail registration and see what they can do for you.

When you apply for a state ID you'll get a temporary paper ID with your picture and information. I think you can use that, but email registration to confirm.

As I recall, last year all I had to use was my school ID and verify my phone number to pick up my badge.
But, I'm still in high school, and I had my cousin with me who is 21.

Quote from: LastExile on May 20, 2010, 02:35:53 PM
As I recall, last year all I had to use was my school ID and verify my phone number to pick up my badge.
But, I'm still in high school, and I had my cousin with me who is 21.

To note a School ID is not a proper form of ID and you are should not be able to pick up your badge with one.
There are a few flukes here and there though.

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Quote from: LastExile on May 20, 2010, 02:35:53 PM
As I recall, last year all I had to use was my school ID and verify my phone number to pick up my badge.
But, I'm still in high school, and I had my cousin with me who is 21.

To note a School ID is not a proper form of ID and you are should not be able to pick up your badge with one.
There are a few flukes here and there though.

According to the FAQ, though, if you are under 18 and have a parent or legal guardian that's registered for Fanime, a school ID is acceptable.

Quote from: LastExile on May 20, 2010, 04:49:52 PM

Quote from: TC_X0_Lt_0X on May 20, 2010, 04:30:58 PM

Quote from: LastExile on May 20, 2010, 02:35:53 PM
As I recall, last year all I had to use was my school ID and verify my phone number to pick up my badge.
But, I'm still in high school, and I had my cousin with me who is 21.

To note a School ID is not a proper form of ID and you are should not be able to pick up your badge with one.
There are a few flukes here and there though.

According to the FAQ, though, if you are under 18 and have a parent or legal guardian that's registered for Fanime, a school ID is acceptable.

I stand corrected.

Quote from: LastExile on May 20, 2010, 04:49:52 PM
According to the FAQ, though, if you are under 18 and have a parent or legal guardian that's registered for Fanime, a school ID is acceptable.

That parent must also be REGISTERED. Keep that in mind.

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Quote from: LastExile on May 20, 2010, 04:49:52 PM
According to the FAQ, though, if you are under 18 and have a parent or legal guardian that's registered for Fanime, a school ID is acceptable.

That parent must also be REGISTERED. Keep that in mind.

Or guardian.