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Originally Posted by shcisamax
But where is the reasonable reaction? I agree that if there is an aggressive criminal, then be aggressive. Did you read in my post earlier where I was stopped for a seatbelt check on my way to school with my children and when I got out of my car because the dogs were barking, I was yelled at to get in and "put my hands where he could see them." ....
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Yes I read it. Did you consider asking the officer if you could get out of the car to allow the dogs to calm down, or to stop their barking. Do you think the officer may have been concerned about his or her safety because of the barking, possible agressive dogs? I'm sure this was a terrifying experience for you, but perhaps that is my point. There is not much difference beteween the words respect and fear.
Like I said, I believe that we need respect the police, and that includes communicating with them. They had NO IDEA what your intentions were when you got out of the car.