Hanging out at Starbucks will cost you as company reverses its open-door policy

Starbucks is implementing a new code of conduct to prioritize paying customers and create a better environment, reversing its 2018 open-door policy.

Starbucks spokesperson Jaci Anderson stated, "By setting clear expectations for behavior and use of our spaces, we can create a better environment for everyone."

The code warns that violators of the new rules may be asked to leave, and law enforcement might be called if necessary.

The new policy follows a history of safety issues and employee struggles with unruly behavior from non-paying customers in the stores.

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