If the key doesn't say "Do Not Duplicate" or something of the sort (I've seen several different statements), then the Joe shmoe behind the counter is more than likely going to copy it. I know I would. And, for the record, there is no "technology" in copying keys. Just set the key to be copied in the machine and press start. Sometimes on older machines, you may have to manually push it along, but still...
That being said, I agree with the above post. If you aren't sure if the key was stolen or not, I wouldn't risk it. $73 is a small price to pay when considering what might me lost. Also, if your roomate's items are stolen and he can prove that you were the one who had lost the key without changing the locks, you may be responsible for that as well.
So, my sugestion: just get a new lock. And if they don't say "No Duplicates" on it, make some extra copies for yourself in case you do lose one.
If the key doesn't say "Do Not Duplicate" or something of the sort (I've seen several different statements), then the Joe shmoe behind the counter is more than likely going to copy it. I know I would. And, for the record, there is no "technology" in copying keys. Just set the key to be copied in the machine and press start. Sometimes on older machines, you may have to manually push it along, but still...
That being said, I agree with the above post. If you aren't sure if the key was stolen or not, I wouldn't risk it. $73 is a small price to pay when considering what might me lost. Also, if your roomate's items are stolen and he can prove that you were the one who had lost the key without changing the locks, you may be responsible for that as well.
So, my sugestion: just get a new lock. And if they don't say "No Duplicates" on it, make some extra copies for yourself in case you do lose one.