First LEO stop.... ever

[techalum]

I got pulled over by the Dallas Police today. I received a citation for making a right turn at a red light without stopping. The only problem I have with that is that I came to a complete stop. But I digress. I had my .40 cal in the glove box. When I pulled over, I had my DL, CHL and insurance in my hand with the window rolled down. I gave the officer all of the documents and he immediately handed back my CHL and insurace card saying he only needed my license. Before he went back to his car he asked me if I had my weapon with me and if so, where was it located. I informed him that it was in my glove box. The officer said, "Great!" Then he went back and wrote the citation. I was in and out in 5 minutes. He was extremely friendly and I was shocked that he didn't have any reaction to the fact I had a weapon. Especially since this was off of Webb Chapel and Forest Lane. He told me to have nice day and we departed. Although I might have been in the wrong with my right turn, it was a very courteous stop.

Hats off to DPD for the great experience (minus the ticket, of course)

[Rex B]

Hard to have a nice day with a fresh ticket in your wallet, eh?

[jbirds1210]

I am glad the officer was courteous. Remember the little speech he gave you before signing the citation? You are not guilty of a crime, just in agreement to contact the court and set up a date. Good luck.

Jason

[Bullwhip]

I got pulled over by the Dallas Police today. I received a citation for making a right turn at a red light without stopping. The only problem I have with that is that I came to a complete stop.

Never been stopped that it wasn't stressful but some cops make it easier than other, some make it harder than it needs to be. Glad yours went smooth.

Did you make that complete stop before you crossed the stop line? Lots of people mess that up turning right on red because they have to pull out far enough to see. But if you don't stop before crossing the stop line it's just like running straight through the red light.

[PappaGun]

... The only problem I have with that is that I came to a complete stop.... Although I might have been in the wrong with my right turn...

I dunno. Seems a little inconsistent.

[fannypacker]

My question to you is why in the glove box? You don't need a license to carry there. Mine is always on my body.

[getamap]

... The only problem I have with that is that I came to a complete stop.... Although I might have been in the wrong with my right turn...

I dunno. Seems a little inconsistent.

Perhaps it was for failure to stop at proper place? (white stop line painted on roadway)

[gigag04]

... The only problem I have with that is that I came to a complete stop.... Although I might have been in the wrong with my right turn...

I dunno. Seems a little inconsistent.

Perhaps it was for failure to stop at proper place? (white stop line painted on roadway)

If there is a line.