I would let the LEO know if I was pulled over and he/she asked. I'm not going to lye to the person that can take me to jail, whether it be warranted or not.
I always put my wallet and cellphone in my cupholder. Also I make sure my LTCH can not be seen when I remove my driver license.
This is great advice. I also have my insurance card stapled to my registration.I have discussed this issue with veteran police officer. His response was some officers will appreciate the info and some will get nervous and over react. If they ask you have to tell the truth but if they don't ask then don't tell was his advice. Also don't let your gun fall out of the glove box while trying to find insurance and registration info. Much easier if you clip that to your visor and have your driver's license ready to go with hands on the wheel clearly visible when they approach your vehicle.
I have discussed this issue with veteran police officer. His response was some officers will appreciate the info and some will get nervous and over react. If they ask you have to tell the truth but if they don't ask then don't tell was his advice. Also don't let your gun fall out of the glove box while trying to find insurance and registration info. Much easier if you clip that to your visor and have your driver's license ready to go with hands on the wheel clearly visible when they approach your vehicle.
Unless there's something more than a regular traffic stop, guns aren't relevant and don't need to be discussed.
Every time I've been pulled over there has been some variation of "Are there any drugs or weapons in the vehicle". At which point you can say "nothing illegal" which may peak their interest cause you are rightfully dodging their question. So if you say "No" is there an issue legally with lying to the leo?
I don't usually get that question. I give him/her my license and registration when he gets to the window. Then, if it hasn't already been stated, I ask what is the reason for the stop. It usually stays on that topic. There's no requirement to answer any other questions. You don't even have to be rude or a dick to make that happen. I have just rarely had an issue.
I have been pulled over for what I thought were some fishing expeditions though. But I don't really like to play. I give them my license, they check for warrants or whatever, and I get to go.
If I had a badge, I'd make sure you fell down a lot on the way to jail, sir!
I'll file a complaint and you will be judged by the INGO Civilian Review Board. There will be a poll to determine your guilt. The only evidence you are allowed to present is the dash cam video from an angle which favors my case, starting at the exact time I fall, and the fact that you're a police officer.