Jamie C.
Member
I had a cop threaten me with arrest for expressing an opinion. And I wasn’t even addressing the cop!! I asked him in a calm and polite tone “Are you saying that you will arrest me for simply expressing an opinion with which you don’t agree?” He said” Yes I will.”
Would it have stuck? No. Would I have had to spend money on an attorney anyway? Yes. Did I test the cop to see if he was serious? NO!
I for one would've had to ask under what charges.
Also, exactly what was the circumstances? Sometimes giving one's opinion isn't a wise thing to do, even though you might have a right to do it.
For instance, you have every right to voice your opinion, but not if doing so interferes with a police operation or investigation.
So, what was going on that got the officer to notice you, when you weren't even speaking to him? Could it be that the cop simply wanted you to shut up and go away, so he could do his job? Or was he honestly just being an ass?
Inquiring minds wanna know.
J.C.