Is it required to tell an officer when stopped that you have CCP?
Is it required to tell an officer when stopped that you have CCP?
As an act of good faith, I would always disclose a firearm to LE if I am stopped. I do not currently CC, but I am applying for my permit. If the cop turns out to be a douche, than so be it. But I will act responsibly at all times.
We have rights, but also responsibilities.
Whether to disclose or not should be articulated in your state laws regarding CC. Regardless of what the law says, I always announce that I'm armed just to avoid any "misunderstandings" with the LEO. Just good practice, let the LEO know up front.
if the cop is a douche and many of them are, you could find your self being harassed, arrested or at the worst dead, why bring the subject up unless it is required by law?
Are you suggesting the cop will shoot me if I disclose to him that I have a concealed weapon? I would argue he's more likely to shoot me if I don't tell him and he discovers it by accident.
Is it required to tell an officer when stopped that you have CCP?
In PA if you have a pulse, $50 and a clean record you get the permit. Whether you know which end of the gun to hold matters not. If you're carrying anywhere it is YOUR responsibility to know the laws of the jurisdiction you're in. Pleading ignorance isn't an option especially concerning carrying a firearm. FWIW, I'm telling the LEO even if I don't have to.