Board Thread:Consensus Track/@comment-3485828-20140722174414/@comment-25020809-20140722215803

GarouxBloodline wrote: RevolveGirl wrote: I do think that anyone under the age of thirteen should no be allowed in the chat. I have seen a bunch of our younger users curse and talk about topics that are even beyond their age. But banning because they say they are not 13 or older is a bit judgmental without evidence. An investigation should be made of their true age, by mods and Admin together to figure out the right kind of action that is to be taken. Don't be hasty to judge, but take the time to collect evidence and proof of the rule being broken. RevolveGirl (talk) 19:38, July 22, 2014 (UTC)

Investigation? Digging up personal information over minors is exactly what makes COPPA such a huge issue in the first place. If you are not referring to looking into their personal history, then what you say is irrelevant, as there is nothing left to investigate should they declare their age publicly.

I am not saying dig into their personal life. It's amazing how truthful and honest someone is if they are spoken to with civil manners and calmly. Kids younger than 13 are more likely to be honest up front when they don't feel like they are getting in trouble. Not everyone reads the ToU, especially kids. Have to be gentle and coaxing with them.