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Originally Posted by villagetinker
I tried to buy breakfast for Lady Lake police officer this morning, and he said they could not accept the gratuity, I was disappointed, but I thanked him for his service. I am guessing this was because I was on my way out and I offered him the money to pay for the meal. It probably would have worked if I could have waited and actually paid the bill. I will need to try harder next time.
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Being a retired LEO, never, ever offer a Police Officer money. Your intentions may be on the up and up, but you never know when "the wrong type" may observe you doing that and make a big stink out of it. I always pay their bill, discreetly, and go my way.