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Wow. Just wow. Bravo for showing such restraint.

IMO, it was a power play. As was mentioned, he was basically accusing you of committing a felony (based on his "understanding" of the law). YET, he did not arrest you for said felony. Either a) he realized he was in the wrong, or b) it was a power play all along.

In either case, I would have a friendly conversation with the Sheriff and let him know that you WILL be filing a formal complaint. But that you wanted to tell him, your friend, in person first as a show of respect.

The file it. Soon. That deputy was WAY out of line, and I agree that a paper trail is called for.

Oh, and find a new liquor store.