StrutStopper
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- Jul 5, 2011
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I was at work earlier today, and a friend stopped to tell me about his experience re-entering the country from Canada. I didn't ask if it was a business or personal trip, it shouldn't matter. He flew into New York, and the Boarder Patrol agent (or whatever agency it is that screens people entering the country) asked him if he had any weapons. My friend said no. The next question was "Do you have a concealed carry permit?" My friend was shocked, and said no. In fact, he does not have a permit. He did mention to me that he probably would have said no anyway. He said that he has never been asked that question before in that situation.
Is this something that is typically asked of US citizens re-entering the country by federal agents?? I find it pretty disturbing. If I was asked the same question, I'd want to tell the agent it's none of his business. Or should I lie and say no? I don't think it's legal of them to ask, and if I lied I wouldn't think I would be breaking any laws. It's NONE OF THEIR BUSINESS. Of course, if they went through my wallet (weather or not that's legal I don't know) they would know I was lying. What could they do??? The fact that people are being put in this position disturbs me. Just looking for THR members' experiences and thoughts on the subject.
Is this something that is typically asked of US citizens re-entering the country by federal agents?? I find it pretty disturbing. If I was asked the same question, I'd want to tell the agent it's none of his business. Or should I lie and say no? I don't think it's legal of them to ask, and if I lied I wouldn't think I would be breaking any laws. It's NONE OF THEIR BUSINESS. Of course, if they went through my wallet (weather or not that's legal I don't know) they would know I was lying. What could they do??? The fact that people are being put in this position disturbs me. Just looking for THR members' experiences and thoughts on the subject.