Bill Starks
State Researcher
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The way I see this is at the time of the stop the driver was the main point of interest. Should at some point should the LEO want the passenger to step out of the vehicle or information from the passenger, then and only IF you are either required to by state law or feel the need to inform the LEO should you alert the LEO that you "Are Legally Armed." Phrase it like so, Officer I am legally carrying a weapon.
The way I see this is at the time of the stop the driver was the main point of interest. Should at some point should the LEO want the passenger to step out of the vehicle or information from the passenger, then and only IF you are either required to by state law or feel the need to inform the LEO should you alert the LEO that you "Are Legally Armed." Phrase it like so, Officer I am legally carrying a weapon.