cool once we get around 10 or more guys
Just "guys", huh?
Your loss.
To All,
If this is going to be done as a protest, albeit a silent one I would suggest a bit of preparation first.
#1) What is the exact corporate policy of the place you are going for dinner? If corporate says it is up to the local manager and he/she asks you to leave, you are done. You could be charged w/ trespassing. If corporate says they are progun, then you print a copy and wave in managers face. He/she may still tell you to leave, but that way you have a better chance of getting him/her fired after the fact.
#2) EVERYONE brings at least a) digital voice recorder; b) digital camera; or c) video camera. That way if/when FWPD sends Officer Doofus you will be able to provide overwhelming facts in court, if necessary.
#3) Elect/choose a "temporary leader/spokesman". Someone who can speak for the group and who knows/understands their rights. Someone who will remain level headed. This may keep things reasonable and keep LE focused on one (1) person. This will help deter things from potentially escalating. Besides, it also gives those with video cameras something to focus on while others can continue recording other officers.
#4) Please recruit a member who is a lawyer to go along on this! That way if there are any stupid arrests OR stupid INGO members we are at least initially protected.
I will try to make this if I can. I will bring a digital voice recorder and a digital camera that has an OK video recorder as well.
Regards,
Doug