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Originally Posted by JohnnyComeLately

Going back to the original post, I'd say it's the same regardless of guns, thugs, etc.


Go talk to a lawyer. With all due respect, cops can tell you incorrect information and saying, "Well an officer told me....." doesn't really get you far in court. I tell my rider friends who get popped doing 20 over (In Cali, an auto reckless driving, w/ 1 year suspension of DL, 5 yr ticket, etc), don't wonder, guess, hope the officer doesn't show. Get a lawyer because if the $#!^ does hit the fan, they're worth their weight in gold. If you need a spotless record to: be an LEO, be a pilot, join the military, whatever... The lawyer is similar to paying insurance. Yes it sucks, but you sure are glad when it's there and needed.

Back to the controversy, certain things you never should do, even if they're legal or not. One is ride a sportbike after having ANYTHING to drink. Another is use a handgun in any way. You're setting yourself up and even if justified, you're making your life in court, trying to justify it, a living hell.

I'd rather try to justify it in court and be alive....then play it safe and be dead. That being said, I do not advocate drinking and carrying in anyway. But if it does hits the fan and using a handgun is my only option than I would, regardless of having a drink or not...especially if it came to protecting my wife and kids.