ProSimex said:"And if it involves arresting or fining you, you probably damn well earned it."
Thats a fucking ignorant thing to say. Anyways like I said I dont want to get into a pissing match. Ill go back to drooling over bikes and planning work on my own projects, thats what this forum is for. If anyone was offended by my comments then fine, I'm happy you get along well with law enforcment in your area, we sure dont here.
Ignorant my ass. That comes from experience. I've been arrested, and I've been ticketed, and yeah I earned it each time. I would have done the exact same thing to me in the cop's shoes.
Sounds like you're dealing with the classic rumor-mill gone wild. People always exaggerate and spice up stories. Couple that with the general idea that "pigs are scum" and you have a bunch of people running around, deathly afraid of 'the man'. I'm a firefighter- I've worked with police numerous times, and can't say I've met one who wasn't respectful and helpful.