[MicroBob]

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Every poker room should or does have a rule that allows a player to take his money off of the table when he leaves. The main reason for this is peace of mind and security.

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Exactly.

I don't play high enough where it makes a difference to me...but I am amazed that more people don't do this.
I guess they think that the casino is watching their money at all times (via cameras and what-not) but there ARE thieves out there who may try to pick off a couple green or black chips (or higher) from your stack and see if they can smoothly get out of there.

If the casino doesn't see it then it's not their fault because it's YOUR money and YOU are responsible for it.

We already know that the casino can't and doesn't see EVERYTHING. Therefore, leaving your money on the table IS giving a situation such as this the potential to happen.



I find it to be something of a contradiction.

You are responsible for your money and if someone happens to rip you off while you're away then it's your fault.

But you are also generally expected to leave your money on the table at all times if you get up to take a leak or grab a bite or whatever.

I'm comforted to know that I actually AM allowed to take a larger than normal amount of money off the table if I so choose.


Note - my B*M background is limited and I really don't know much about the rules and procedures. Just one amateur's observations.