So Here's one...

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So I had my first OC Interaction with the police tonight. (see here)

I'm wondering... Will things like this affect my chances of getting my CPL? I know I'm not breaking the law, but does the gun board have any discretion, or will they even see this?

I'm a bit worried. Should I just hold of on OCing until my CPL app goes through?

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I wouldn't worry about it as long as you are polite... this does not mean that you agree with anything they ask you to do, just be polite when you deal with them. Had a good friend who always said "Argue in court, not on the street"

The interaction of the incident seems polite enough, so I don't see any problem.

BTW PM sent

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Since we live in a "Shall Issue" state, they need proof of laws being broken to deny your application. If you handle other encounters as smooth and calm as this one, you have nothing to worry about.

Great job.

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SIGfreed wrote:

Since we live in a "Shall Issue" state, they need proof of laws being broken to deny your application. If you handle other encounters as smooth and calm as this one, you have nothing to worry about.

Great job.

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+1

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You can only hope they try to deny you a CPL based on that, or any other non law violation. That's what you call lawsuit fodder.

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SIGfreed wrote:

Since we live in a "Shall Issue" state, they need proof of laws being broken to deny your application. ...

Great job.

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Exactly.

See the rules in your application packet. There is a list of specific conditions that bar the approval of your license. Given that none of these conditions are present, see above.

By the way, if you OR ANYONE ELSE APPLYING has one of the black marks described, do not waste your time. See a lawyer first and try to have the conviction set-aside!