Ballistic Otters
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- Apr 25, 2012
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Hey everyone! First post here on OpenCarry.org after a lot of lurking.
I live in Farmington, Maine, and I'm one of three people who OC in the town. I get stopped every now and again due to "man with a gun" calls, even though most people are pretty good about it.
I've always had a desire to eventually become a LEO, and a Sheriffs' deputy I know told me that Open Carry would all but shatter that pipe dream of mine. According to the officer, when they do the background check, the hiring agency likes to contact the Police Department in your town, and being known as a proponent of OC would likely result in my not being hired. Can anyone shed some light on whether or not this guy was speaking legitimately? If so, what the hell is wrong with the world?
Thanks,
John
I live in Farmington, Maine, and I'm one of three people who OC in the town. I get stopped every now and again due to "man with a gun" calls, even though most people are pretty good about it.
I've always had a desire to eventually become a LEO, and a Sheriffs' deputy I know told me that Open Carry would all but shatter that pipe dream of mine. According to the officer, when they do the background check, the hiring agency likes to contact the Police Department in your town, and being known as a proponent of OC would likely result in my not being hired. Can anyone shed some light on whether or not this guy was speaking legitimately? If so, what the hell is wrong with the world?
Thanks,
John