Show Notes
Episode 182. What Over 1,600 Armed Traffic Stops Reveal About Law Enforcement Interactions (with Jacob Paulsen)
In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley interviews Jacob Paulsen, president of ConcealedCarry.com, about a survey analyzing over 1,600 armed traffic stops and the insights gained from these interactions with law enforcement. The conversation covers the frequency of disarming practices by officers, the duty to inform laws across different states, and best practices for concealed carriers during traffic stops. Jacob shares surprising findings from the survey, including the low percentage of disarmament and the misconceptions surrounding the duty to inform. The discussion emphasizes the importance of communication, preparation, and understanding the mindset of law enforcement during traffic stops.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Concealed Carry and Law Enforcement Interactions
03:12 Survey Insights: Understanding Traffic Stops
06:04 Key Findings: Disarming Practices and Officer Behavior
08:51 The Duty to Inform: State Requirements and Misconceptions
12:11 Perceptions of Law Enforcement and Traffic Citations
15:06 Best Practices for Concealed Carriers During Traffic Stops
17:55 Traveling with a Concealed Weapon: State Variations
20:50 Recording Interactions: Legal Considerations and Safety
24:08 Conclusion and Resources for Concealed Carriers
Resources
Original article
"What Over 1,600 Armed Traffic Stops Reveal About Law Enforcement Interactions"
Livestream from NRAAM in Atlanta
https://www.youtube.com/live/mauR9-9yyCg?si=TeI3W5wr7OJqHCEN
ConcealedCarry.com
https://www.concealedcarry.com/
Mountain Man Medical
https://www.mountainmanmedical.com/
Social for ConcealedCarry.com and Mountain Man Medical
https://www.facebook.com/concealedcarryinc/
https://www.instagram.com/concealedcarryinc/
https://www.youtube.com/@concealedcarry
https://www.facebook.com/mountainmanmedical
https://www.instagram.com/mountainmanmedical/
https://www.youtube.com/c/MountainManMedical
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