I applied for my CCW a few weeks ago and I’m waiting the eternal wait. In the meantime, I’m trying to make sure I’m 100% clear on all the situations that may arise when carrying concealed.
I know that CC laws vary from state to state, but from what I’ve found from research, there is one law that is pretty consistent across the country. That is, if you are pulled over by a LEO for a routine traffic violation, you are to keep your hands on the steering wheel, advise the LEO that you have a concealed carry license and indicate whether or not you are carrying. I’m curious about the passengers that are in my car. Common sense would dictate that you advise your passengers to keep their hands in plain sight as well, so as not to at any time make the LEO nervous.
I’m not at all concerned about notifying my friends and family of this practice. What I’m more concerned about are my coworkers. I travel a great deal for a living, both in my home state as well as across the country. Since I make a lousy passenger, I often find myself in the driver’s seat with a host of different coworkers depending on where I’m traveling. Should I ever get pulled over, what’s the best approach whether I’m carrying or not? I don’t want to be over cautious by having any of my passengers “assume the position” if it’s not necessary. But, I also don’t want them to be subjected to the working end of an LEO’s firearm.
When I posed this question at my local sheriff’s office, to my surprise, no one could give me a straight answer.
I would greatly appreciate any advice, insight or experiences regarding this topic.
I know that CC laws vary from state to state, but from what I’ve found from research, there is one law that is pretty consistent across the country. That is, if you are pulled over by a LEO for a routine traffic violation, you are to keep your hands on the steering wheel, advise the LEO that you have a concealed carry license and indicate whether or not you are carrying. I’m curious about the passengers that are in my car. Common sense would dictate that you advise your passengers to keep their hands in plain sight as well, so as not to at any time make the LEO nervous.
I’m not at all concerned about notifying my friends and family of this practice. What I’m more concerned about are my coworkers. I travel a great deal for a living, both in my home state as well as across the country. Since I make a lousy passenger, I often find myself in the driver’s seat with a host of different coworkers depending on where I’m traveling. Should I ever get pulled over, what’s the best approach whether I’m carrying or not? I don’t want to be over cautious by having any of my passengers “assume the position” if it’s not necessary. But, I also don’t want them to be subjected to the working end of an LEO’s firearm.
When I posed this question at my local sheriff’s office, to my surprise, no one could give me a straight answer.
I would greatly appreciate any advice, insight or experiences regarding this topic.