Whoa.. this thread got heated.
I honestly don't intend to stir the pot.. I'd just like to propose a question to those LEO's in the room.. Burt, I understand if you choose to opt out. And I apologize if this has already been asked, I read a lot of the thread but not all of it. (if so point me in the right direction and I will be on my way.)
If I choose to carry my rifle slung across my back, and I am approached (which is likely) by PD. What would be the most appropriate way to handle the situation from a citizen's point of view? Keep in mind my goal is to continue about my business as quickly as possible and proceed with my weapon slung.
I understand that from a LEO's perspective he is simply trying to do his job, and go home in one piece. I fully appreciate that an office may ask me to disarm so he can speak to me and I would have no issue doing so. (I think this should be posed as a question, not a lawful command.)
If necessary I am willing to have this conversation privately
I honestly don't intend to stir the pot.. I'd just like to propose a question to those LEO's in the room.. Burt, I understand if you choose to opt out. And I apologize if this has already been asked, I read a lot of the thread but not all of it. (if so point me in the right direction and I will be on my way.)
If I choose to carry my rifle slung across my back, and I am approached (which is likely) by PD. What would be the most appropriate way to handle the situation from a citizen's point of view? Keep in mind my goal is to continue about my business as quickly as possible and proceed with my weapon slung.
I understand that from a LEO's perspective he is simply trying to do his job, and go home in one piece. I fully appreciate that an office may ask me to disarm so he can speak to me and I would have no issue doing so. (I think this should be posed as a question, not a lawful command.)
If necessary I am willing to have this conversation privately