I've been thinking about the incident for a couple weeks since it happened and I keep wondering if I did something wrong or did he do something wrong? I had a few days off so I decided to go visit some family over in Alabama on my bike. The majority of the trip is back roads so I was running up through the gears a bit. Anyway, granny pulls out in front of me about 1/2 mile from a hill so I passed her. As I'm passing her a Georgia State Patrol car comes over the hill. I knew I was busted so I slowed down but I looked in the mirror and never saw brake lights. So I kept going. A couple miles later I come into the small town of Tallapoosa, GA. I come up to their 1 of only 2 redlights and I wait. Next thing I know he's right beside me. I pull into a driveway right by the light, cut my bike off and remove my helmet and gloves. I pull out my wallet while my back is still to him so he can see my hands as I'm turning around. I pull out my Driver's License, insurance, and my carry permit. I always carry a Taurus Millenium Pro 9mm in a shoulder holster when riding. He gets out of the car and he's obviously a bit pissed at me. (I was speeding, and apparently made an improper pass). Now, he was doing his job so this is NOT a cop hating post. However, he was firm but polite. He told me what he saw and I said "Yes, sir". I handed him the license, insurance, and permit. He merely glanced at the permit before handing it back to me. He DID NOT ask if I was carrying a weapon. He ran my info, told me to slow down, and gave me a warning. "Thank you sir, have a nice day".
My question: I was under the understanding if a cop pulls you over hand them your permit first thing. Then they'll disarm you until the the stop has been completed and hand you back your weapon. Did he screw up by not asking for my pistol? Or did I do something wrong? Either way, I could've shot him several times and that's why I'm concerned. I have no problem with cops, especially when I know I'm in the wrong. I just feel like he should've at least asked me about the pistol after seeing my permit. Hope the LEOs understand what I'm getting at. Thanks guys.
My question: I was under the understanding if a cop pulls you over hand them your permit first thing. Then they'll disarm you until the the stop has been completed and hand you back your weapon. Did he screw up by not asking for my pistol? Or did I do something wrong? Either way, I could've shot him several times and that's why I'm concerned. I have no problem with cops, especially when I know I'm in the wrong. I just feel like he should've at least asked me about the pistol after seeing my permit. Hope the LEOs understand what I'm getting at. Thanks guys.