Yep Michel, 9 yrs and they still havent got rid of the pickpockets

It's probably as relevant now as it was 9 years ago.

Agreed that some of the general rules regarding pickpockets still apply, but in 9 years the world has changed, non? Have there been crackdowns in certain cities, have the laws changed, are there new locations that are worries, are Spanish police now enforcing the laws,is the gold chain scam now more prevalent for taking your money in Paris,etc?

THIS IS THE GOOD TOPIC. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR POST. IT IS VERY HELPFULL.
YES, WHY VICTIMS IS ASKED TO PROTECT THEMSELVES AT ALL TIME, AND THE PICKPOCKETS IS NOT ASKED THE SAME.
IN MY COUNTRY, PEOPLE AUTOMATIC REUNITE BEAT UP EVERY THIEF WE FIND.
YES, MAKE THEM PAY!!!!