to all,
this weekend, returning from our "place in the mountains", i was stopped by the VASP at a "DWI checkpoint".
as i'm a southpaw & my wallet is right next to my Sig-Sauer P6, i said to the trooper, "I'm armed & am wearing my pistol".
he asked to see my DL/permit (which i produced) & he PROMPTLY "waved me through" the checkpoint.
yours, TN46
During a stop by the Florida Highway Patrol my concealed carry status came up. The officer became mildly agitated and threatened me with a felony violation if I did not make my CC status known to an officer who stopped my car before any other transaction took place. I have researched the Florida statute and have been unable to find a requirement to notify when carrying, however, the FHP officer seemed convinced that it is required. By the way, I did not argue with him, but apologized and went on my way. I don't like the face down in the grass or handcuff pose.
Be careful, be polite and don't get pulled over.
As far as I know the individual on the stop should notify the LEO that you are armed as soon as possible during the stop.
So are you recomending carrying one of those CCW badges to hand to the cops when pulled over?
So are you recomending carrying one of those CCW badges to hand to the cops when pulled over?
G50AE: ...I wish that there was some way of identifying oneself as having CCW license and not making the LEO uncomfortable but apparently there is none.
I wish that there was some way of identifying oneself as having CCW license and not making the LEO uncomfortable but apparently there is none. I will do as previously mentioned, hold on to the steering wheel while telling the officer I am carrying and not act like I want to reach for something. Hope I don't get a big itch at that time which needs scratching!!:biggrin:
Yes, in South Carolina you still must inform LEO you are carrying IMMEDIATELY upon any interaction with them.I made a list about a year ago. I'm pretty sure it's still accurate. The states in which you must inform LEO that you are carrying are:
N. Carolina
S. Carolina
Ohio
Michigan
Louisiana
Arkansas
Texas
Oklahoma
Nebraska
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