Longshot38 wrote:The simple answer to the original question is no. We can make up scenarios all day long but if you are not in or about your vehicle then the officer has no probable cause of search your vehicle and you DO NOT have to consent to a search. And personally I would not. We do not live in a police state and you did not give up your rights when you got your CHL (rather you exercised them). Thus if a Police Officer wishes to search any of my property he will require a warrant it is that simple.
On the topic of the alcohol related scenarios. Again, if you are not in or about your vehicle the officers does not have probable cause to search it. And I would not allow him to do so. Also he has no reason to "disarm" you or seize you weapon without you consent. And there is no way I'd let that happen without a court order. Alcohol or not you still have certain right and the constitution still protects you.
Really? Have you been on an airplane lately? After my last encounter trying to pick-up my grandkids at Ft. Hood I'll take exception to your statement.