Poker player question.

[Talking Poker]

I disagree. Totally depends on the situation. Examples:

-A guy sits down to play online for the first time, because he saw it on tv and wants to try it out. He most certainly should be allowed to play - any limits he wants - without having to do research first.

-Friendly home game. Someone has never played before but agreees to play so you can be 5 handed instead of 4.

Etc, etc, etc.

I really can't think of anyone that shouldn't be allowed to play poker, ever (assuming it's an "open" game or tourney - not something that requires qualification, of course).