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-   The Villages, Florida, General Discussion (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/)
-   -   Scammer Alert - 2 men in high viz pretending to be from the County (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/scammer-alert-2-men-high-viz-pretending-county-352287/)

NoMoSno 08-20-2024 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 2362213)
By Florida statute, we have Castle Law and Stand Your Ground. If someone comes to my door, uninvited, they are trespassing on my private property. I consider that a potential threat to myself and to my property. I have the right, according to Florida law, to shoot them.

However - I wouldn't shoot them because I don't own a gun. I will warn them. If they continue - well I'll get my bow and arrows, which aren't considered firearms. And I'll shoot'em anyway :)
:1rotfl:
You better brush up on that law for your sake.

retiredguy123 08-20-2024 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 2362213)
By Florida statute, we have Castle Law and Stand Your Ground. If someone comes to my door, uninvited, they are trespassing on my private property. I consider that a potential threat to myself and to my property. I have the right, according to Florida law, to shoot them.

However - I wouldn't shoot them because I don't own a gun. I will warn them. If they continue - well I'll get my bow and arrows, which aren't considered firearms. And I'll shoot'em anyway :)
As I understand it, the Castle law applies to someone who is actually inside your house (or your vehicle). There have even been disputes about someone who was shot inside the garage. But, shooting someone who is outside of your "Castle" is not fair game.

MrFlorida 08-20-2024 12:14 PM
Just say , " No thanks" and be done with it......no need for a debate.

Marmaduke 08-20-2024 01:12 PM
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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 2361991)
One time (in band camp) some guy with a clipboard and a polo shirt came to our door when I was home alone. I told him to get off my property or I'll shoot him.

I don't own a gun. But he didn't know that. He left. I might try this tactic again, it worked like a charm.
I am a woman and own guns. I know how to use them Safely and Responsibly.

As a responsible and intelligent gun owner, I would NEVER (in a million years) use that tactic.

Gun Owners, like myself know NOT to make "idle threats" OF ANY KIND involving their weapon.

Be Wise. Do not Criticize the 2nd Amendment Right of all American Citizens. We may save your life someday.

Margefrog 08-20-2024 01:12 PM
Why would someone need a hi-vis vest or jacket to go door to door?

Marmaduke 08-20-2024 01:14 PM
Stranger Danger!

There's no way I open the door.
RING Doorbell is AMAZING!

LeRoySmith 08-20-2024 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Marmaduke (Post 2362288)
I am a woman and own guns. I know how to use them Safely and Responsibly.

As a responsible and intelligent gun owner, I would NEVER (in a million years) use that tactic.

Gun Owners, like myself know NOT to make "idle threats" OF ANY KIND involving their weapon.

Be Wise. Do not Criticize the 2nd Amendment Right of all American Citizens. We may save your life someday.

:BigApplause:

fdpaq0580 08-20-2024 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Villager1234 (Post 2362231)
Why even engage them. Just tell them to leave
If you think about it it is really absurd that a government official would knock on your door.
And wearing a hi-viz vest. Not a uniform with "County of xyz" or name/badge on it.

fdpaq0580 08-20-2024 01:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Margefrog (Post 2362289)
Why would someone need a hi-vis vest or jacket to go door to door?
Pretending to look official. Like a "service animal" vest in many cases.

vintageogauge 08-20-2024 01:48 PM
I have a no soliciting little sign by my doorbell and it works pretty good, over the last 7 plus years I doubt that we had more than 4 solicitors ring our door bell.

LeRoySmith 08-20-2024 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by fdpaq0580 (Post 2362303)
Pretending to look official. Like a "service animal" vest in many cases.
You'd be shocked at how far you can get on many construction sites with a clip board, hardhat and a nice suit. Walk fast and look annoyed and folks will clear a path.

xcaligirl 08-20-2024 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by PootleK (Post 2361907)
In Spanish Springs area, 2 men dressed in high viz, going door to door pretending they're from the county (never said which one, they didn't seem to know this is Lake County) and trying to give out grant money to selected homes to save money on electricity bills.
They wanted to scan my utility bill to see if they could save me money.
Just say no thanks and close the door. Please let your neighbors know too.
When I heard the report on a radio station, they said they were posing as cops and once they got in, they robbed the owners of cash & jewelry, knocked them around some and left. Who knows what story is correct but, no matter what, we're in a different world today so stay on guard and DON'T open the door unless you know the people. 2 against 1 or 2 is very dangerous. The inly fault we have is that we were raised in different times and raised to be nice and have manners even with strangers. (not a bad upbringing at all but....)

Sandancer 08-20-2024 04:58 PM
I have a "No Solicitors" sign on my front door-and it really works!

Stu from NYC 08-20-2024 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Sandancer (Post 2362373)
I have a "No Solicitors" sign on my front door-and it really works!
Even against roofers? They knock and apologize for noise next door and than out of the goodness of their hearts offer to do a free roof inspection. At which I just say please go away and close the door

Switter 08-20-2024 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive (Post 2362138)
My brother has a sign on his door.

"To hell with the dog. Beware of owner!"
There was a taxidermy that I went to one time in Minnesota. He had a sign on his property that said "if I'm not here to greet you, my dog is going to eat you"


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