Transfer domain - Photo ID required?

[timotool]

I just got off the chat support with Tierra.net.
Unlike namecheap or dotster, tierra.net has an extra feature called "Legal Owner".
So, if somebody pushes his domain to my account, I will still see the previous owner as the Legal Owner.
In order to make myself as a Legal Owner, we need to submit a copy of photo ID to Tierra.net.

I asked Tierra.net - "Can I move domain to namecheap without updating legal ownership?"

Tierra - Yes.
Me - After moving to namecheap. Can a previous owner take my domain name back if he wants to?
Tierra - yes.

Is that how it is?

All this time, I've transferred domains by just pushing it out... case closed.
I didn't know the previous owner can take my domain name back like that.

 

[Epic]

Well that just sounds messed up...It's best to stick with the more known registrars.

 

[fab]

Yes, what a hassle. I would rather go with other registrars.

 

[Dave_Z]

Do realize that not everyone is created equal. And registrars are no exception.

But that's why you've got other choices, as you pointed out. :D

 

[cache]

next time finger prints and physical exam would be required