Ok, Im new here. Note the post count
But I am going to weigh in on the conversation as I have perceived it while reading this thread.
1) LEO's are people too and are subject to AD/ND just like everyone else. (I agree completely)
2) However, LEO's dont seem to have the same rules applied to them as do Civilians. (i.e. 8 day suspension vs. fines or jail time) ( I also agree, not sure what we can do about it.)
3) Futher, This may have only made the news because it was an LEO. (I dont know, IF I set off a handgun in Dallas County Courthouse, Im pretty sure I would find out if the TV really adds ten lbs or not
Personally, when I coneal its IWB. There is NO easy way to use the facilities while carrying. So yeah, I can understand what happened.
Now heres my point. I dont get to carry to work everyday. I have to leave it in my truck or at home. I only get to carry when Im out and about. LEO's carry all day everday, even when off duty.
Statistically speaking (using my number of hours carrying vs. an LEO) I wonder who would have a higher ratio of hours carrying to AD/ND? Me or an LEO? Its just a thought.