bdickens
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Cops, like soldiers, are never really completely "off duty." You are a soldier (cop) 24/7/365.
Cops, like soldiers, are never really completely "off duty." You are a soldier (cop) 24/7/365.
So before in the usual fashion of our experts they gear up to argue, a big percentage of the people in the line up are carrying guns in their hands, or slung on the shoulder, for sale!
The original question was where does a cop, not acting in his official capacity, get the legal authority to force you into a search, and is it illegal to lie and just tell him you are unarmed, even if you have a concealed weapon?
Perhaps. OTOH, I suggest you read up on violations of civil rights (search w/o cause) and see what outcomes are possible in lawsuits, and notice that officers can be PERSONALLY sued, especially when they are working under the auspices of an employer other than the police department.
You say you work for a large agency. Ever seen an officer stupid enough to do what's been described in this scenario?
Exactly. If you think you're a good jailhouse lawyer - go for itArt Eatman said:Old Guy summed it up nicely. Enough of the 'round and 'round. This ain't Satiddy nite circle-track racin'.
Ed N. said:Gun enthusiasts tend to have squeaky clean records.