[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Got pulled over while carrying (Page 1 of 2)
Posted: 10/19/2011 11:11:17 PM EDT
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination.
Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. 
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. No audio tape? FAIL. JK. 
Sounds like a squared away Officer. 
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I pulled a lady over one time for speeding iirc, and she presented her CCW permit. She said that she was supposed to show it. I asked her what she was carrying, and she said "oh, I don't carry anything. It's my right so I thought I would go through the class." I advised her that she should carry, and next time she should have a gun on her. There is a lot of weirdos out there, and she shouldn't take a chance.
True story. She didn't get a ticket either for the speeding. I'm pretty sure she carries now. 
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| It's happened to me twice now. No drama, no big deal. I carry in my console where I also keep my registration so I ask the officer if he'd prefer to reach in and get it himself. First time he said "no you can do it." The other time the officer opted to retrieve it himself. The only complaint I had in the 2nd case was that the officer told me it was policy for the officer to place the handgun on the hood of the car until he got back into his car. I thought that was kind of strange. Didn't like the idea of passers by seeing my gun laying out like. I've now begun carrying my registration separate from my gun. |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. Isolated incident. (just kidding!) Actually, this is about how all of my interactions have gone, except one. |
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Quoted: I pulled a lady over one time for speeding iirc, and she presented her CCW permit. She said that she was supposed to show it. I asked her what she was carrying, and she said "oh, I don't carry anything. It's my right so I thought I would go through the class." I advised her that she should carry, and next time she should have a gun on her. There is a lot of weirdos out there, and she shouldn't take a chance. True story. She didn't get a ticket either for the speeding. I'm pretty sure she carries now. Good on you. |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes  and  and whatever else they wish.
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. What is a "TAB"? |
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.Never mind that little thing called "Officer Discretion" |
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I've only been stopped twice in the six years since I got my CCW. The first was by a local PD (Beavercreek) as a courtesy stop for a burned-out tail light. I did the same as you: interior light on, window down, hands out the door with all necessary cards/paperwork displayed. The officer was courteous and professional, and thanked me for notifying him of a loaded weapon in the car. Completely uneventful.
The other stop was one that I thought might be complicated. Got pulled over in a line of cars for a safety inspection by the Ohio Highway Patrol. I was on the way to the range, and had two ARs, an FAL, several handguns, range bag, and three ammo cans in the back of the Jeep. OHP has a reputation of being extremely professional, but also stone-cold sticklers for the letter of the law. As one Patrolman was talking me through the safety inspection ['Left turn signal', 'Right turn signal', 'Low beams', 'High beams', 'Windshield wipers', etc.], another was looking into the vehicle at the pile of rifle cases, pistol rugs, and ammo cans. I was preparing to be locked in the back of the patrol car while they unpacked the Jeep to run serial numbers or check for illegal weapons configurations. Instead, I got a smile and the parting statement, "Thanks for your time. Have a good day at the range, and stay safe". |
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I've only been stopped twice in the six years since I got my CCW. The first was by a local PD (Beavercreek) as a courtesy stop for a burned-out tail light. I did the same as you: interior light on, window down, hands out the door with all necessary cards/paperwork displayed. The officer was courteous and professional, and thanked me for notifying him of a loaded weapon in the car. Completely uneventful. The other stop was one that I thought might be complicated. Got pulled over in a line of cars for a safety inspection by the Ohio Highway Patrol. I was on the way to the range, and had two ARs, an FAL, several handguns, range bag, and three ammo cans in the back of the Jeep. OHP has a reputation of being extremely professional, but also stone-cold sticklers for the letter of the law. As one Patrolman was talking me through the safety inspection ['Left turn signal', 'Right turn signal', 'Low beams', 'High beams', 'Windshield wipers', etc.], another was looking into the vehicle at the pile of rifle cases, pistol rugs, and ammo cans. I was preparing to be locked in the back of the patrol car while they unpacked the Jeep to run serial numbers or check for illegal weapons configurations. Instead, I got a smile and the parting statement, "Thanks for your time. Have a good day at the range, and stay safe". That's the way it should be! Well well except for the safety inspection, that's fucked up.
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.Next time an officer cuts you a break, you need to cuss him out and give him your spiel. |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.You must be a hoot at the office Christmas party! 
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I'm finding more often troopers, officers & deputies are recognizing who the good guys are and offering up a warning in many cases. Most recent for me was in a little neighboring town. I stopped, made a right turn, rolled through the main part of town (4 businesses in the little town) and headed the last five mile to home. I hit the resume button on the cruise & was at 55mph in a 35mph zone before I was out of the city limits. I got lit up & promptly pulled over. I disclosed and also advised the deputy I had several other guns in the Jeep. Some not legally in cases. You see, I had to go to a friend's home and secure his guns as he was hospitalized & I was/am durable power of attorney. I had no doubt I was going to get a ticket & I rightfully deserved it. HE COULD HAVE MADE LIFE FOR ME VERY BAD VERY QUICKLY for the long guns that were not in cases. Instead, after checking my license, he came back & said "watch your speed from now on". I was quite surprised. The only thing I could offer up was "Thank you for the break. I got your back" Cliche I know, but I meant it. The deputies in this county have come a long way in the last decade. |
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Quoted: This is how every stop should go. I have been pulled over a couple times while carrying, got a warning everytime. That has been my experience since Nebraska got CCW. Before CCW I ALWAYS got a ticket, including a ticket for 6 mph over. Since CCW I have been pulled over about four times and every single time has ended in a polite professional conversation and a warning. |
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I'm finding more often troopers, officers & deputies are recognizing who the good guys are and offering up a warning in many cases. Most recent for me was in a little neighboring town. I stopped, made a right turn, rolled through the main part of town (4 businesses in the little town) and headed the last five mile to home. I hit the resume button on the cruise & was at 55mph in a 35mph zone before I was out of the city limits. I got lit up & promptly pulled over. I disclosed and also advised the deputy I had several other guns in the Jeep. Some not legally in cases. You see, I had to go to a friend's home and secure his guns as he was hospitalized & I was/am durable power of attorney. I had no doubt I was going to get a ticket & I rightfully deserved it. HE COULD HAVE MADE LIFE FOR ME VERY BAD VERY QUICKLY for the long guns that were not in cases. Instead, after checking my license, he came back & said "watch your speed from now on". I was quite surprised. The only thing I could offer up was "Thank you for the break. I got your back" Cliche I know, but I meant it. The deputies in this county have come a long way in the last decade. As they should. I never understood where even presented with a CHL which in most states require a thorough background check or LEO sign-off that some will still treat motorists like criminals for carrying a weapon. Happy for the OP that the situation went well. |
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Quoted: It's happened to me twice now. No drama, no big deal. I carry in my console where I also keep my registration so I ask the officer if he'd prefer to reach in and get it himself. First time he said "no you can do it." The other time the officer opted to retrieve it himself. The only complaint I had in the 2nd case was that the officer told me it was policy for the officer to place the handgun on the hood of the car until he got back into his car. I thought that was kind of strange. Didn't like the idea of passers by seeing my gun laying out like. I've now begun carrying my registration separate from my gun. This used to happen to me. So now I have a Serpa bolted under the seat. |
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I went through a license checkpoint a few years ago with a loaded AR-15 between the center console and the passenger seat. I turned the dome light on and kept both hands on the wheel as the officer approached and told him about the rifle next to me and that it was loaded. He seemed indifferent, but I still told him what my movements were going to be before I did them ("I'm going to reach in the center console and get my license"). He said, "Relax, man. I'm pretty sure I could get my handgun out and shoot you before you could point that big ass rifle at me. I'm not worried about it" and kind of laughed at me at as he handed my license back and told me to have a good evening.
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I'm finding more often troopers, officers & deputies are recognizing who the good guys are and offering up a warning in many cases........ As they should. I never understood where even presented with a CHL which in most states require a thorough background check or LEO sign-off that some will still treat motorists like criminals for carrying a weapon. Happy for the OP that the situation went well. I've have not written a ticket to a person with a CHL of the state they reside in because of their courtesy and maturity. I have ticketed and made an arrest of a TX resident w/a Utah CHL for DWI and UCW. My experience supports that persons with a Utah CHL who are not from Utah are rude/immature. A CHL through your state might cost more, and you might have to qualify at the range, but you will be a more responsible CHL holder by knowing your states laws. The "carry quick" Utah CHL scheme is a problem. Flame Suit On. |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.Next time an officer cuts you a break, you need to cuss him out and give him your spiel. Inferring I break the law... I used to speed. I actually learned from my mistakes. I go the speed limit, have a line of cars behind me. I do a full stop at stop signs and my coworkers give me hard time because it irritates them. |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.You must be a hoot at the office Christmas party!
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.This type of opinion perfectly illustrates the Monday morning quarterbacking and second guessing many people engage in when it comes to the police. Damned if you cut a guy a break damned if you do your job you JBT Many Highway patrol agencies have policies like you suggest and ALWAYS cite for violations. Then people whine about what insufferable jerks they are. You can't win. The police should have shot the gun out of the bad guys hand! |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.This type of opinion perfectly illustrates the Monday morning quarterbacking and second guessing many people engage in when it comes to the police. Damned if you cut a guy a break damned if you do your job you JBT Many Highway patrol agencies have policies like you suggest and ALWAYS cite for violations. Then people whine about what insufferable jerks they are. You can't win. The police should have shot the gun out of the bad guys hand! Its not JBT to give someone a ticket. If you look through my posts, I say I deserve the tickets I get. Mass generalizations like yours are only made to instigate and troll. How about they do their job we're paying them to do? Maybe some of you guys want to let all the gun/conservatives off- punish only those in society you don't like. I bet if some black guys were pulled over doing the same thing there'd be 20 posts saying ghetto trash etc. Check these out: Here's some evidence And more evidence Then reread your post |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.Did you just equate a registration violation to serious traffic offenses like running red lights/stop signs and failure to yields?
Notwithstanding the rest of your opinion I don't agree with, this is truly laughable.
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.Did you just equate a registration violation to serious traffic offenses like running red lights/stop signs and failure to yields?
Notwithstanding the rest of your opinion I don't agree with, this is truly laughable.
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. What is a "TAB"? Another way for the gubment to tax us. They are stickers on our license plates that we have to renew every year, a tax based on something relating to our vehicle, can't remember what exactly they base it off of though. |
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On the way home from work, about 2 blocks from my destination. Turned on my dome light and flashers, pulled my license, permit, insurance, etc out and rested my hands on the steering wheel. The officer came to the window, noticed my permit and asked if I was carrying. I told him yes and then he asked me where the gun was. I told him on my right hip, in it's holster. He told me to keep my hands where they were and thanked me for my actions. He asked me a few more of the usual questions then handed me back everything but my license and went back to his car. After a few minutes he returned, handed my license back and told me to get my expired tabs taken care of. (still waiting on the title application) Then he let me go, sans ticket. He was very cool and professional. I took responsibility for my expired tabs (everything else was current) and was very friendly towards him. Cliffs: I was not harassed, my dog wasn't shot, I didn't even get a ticket. (even though I deserved it) Kudos to Mendota Heights PD. I have some friends at MHPD. Good guys there, glad they treated you well. He broke the law and justice wasn't served. Whats the point of traffic laws if people aren't held accountable? The law shouldn't apply to only those the officer doesn't like. Maybe its stops like this that cause everyone to ignore the red light laws, stop sign laws, right of ways etc and I'm constantly avoiding accidents. I know the replies to my post... he's just bitter because he never got out of any tickets. Well I'm an inspector, and if I ever let people off when they should have been written up I'd be out of a job. The law should be even more concrete. Equal protection is in the constitution. Everyone here cites the 2nd amendment every other post but can ignore other parts when they don't serve their purpose. Ok now everyone can post their googley eyes and and whatever else they wish.Oh dear lord... |