Do cops keep a round in their pistol's chamber at all times, or do they have to chamber a round to shoot?
613694
depend on the officer...most are often chambered. Some feel more secure w/trigger guard (esp on glock models). Why..feelin lucky!
651389
While I don't discuss whether or not I have any other weapon than a Peacemaker, I wouldn't carry under a 9mm Luger, But I prefer the .45 ACP round, because if I would ever have to drop a bad guy or a mountain lion I want them to stay down.  That being said I would think the .357 mag would do about the same, since I've never compared the ballistics
783937
Miranda is based on a case law - Miranda v. Arizona - and established the necessity for the police to advise a person of their rights when they are both (1) in custody abd (2) being questioned.  It applies across the country, though the exact wording does vary from place to place, state to state, etc.\n\nThe police do not have to advise you of these rights unless the two above conditions are met.\n\nSo, if the police question you and you are not in custody, the police do not have to give you your rights.  If you are in custody and not being questioned, the police do not have to give you your rights.\n\nMiranda also does not apply under certain special circumstances such as when public safety could be jeopardized if you are not immediately questioned (i.e., you may have discarded a loaded gun in a public place and finding it will ensure public safety).
710555
I think that everyone does to some extent... that is why I bring a gun to interviews - if things don't go my way or if I don't like the pay offer, I just set the weapon on my lap and the meeting takes a whole different spin. (they never seem to call me back though... and the cops always show up at my house too...)
796340
Criminals are barred from possessing a firearm.  However, if the decision is not yet executed, one can still apply for a firearm.
587209
Depends on the weapon, the trajectory, the type of ammunition, etc. But if you shot someone straight up the rectum with something like a .45, they won't have to worry about kissing their arse goodbye, because death will most probably come very quickly.
707190
The first answerer is correct.  I'd just like to ad that when a semi auto reloads the chamber using the energy of the last round fired and cocks the gun.  It can not refire unless the shooter has released the trigger after that last round and then pressed the trigger to fire the round just reloaded. This is the SEMI part of the semiauto classification.\n\nOnly a fully automatic, class III firearm, can fire more than one round without releasing the trigger to reset the mechanism. I just thought it might be of some help to add this to further clarify the previous answer.
88997
Well it depends if they are armed or not. \nPersonally I would get out my 12 guage load a round and wouldn't hesitate to shoot if necesscary. I would calmy explain to them I am not afraid to use the weapon.
878738
All across the country huh?  Every cop is violent and aggressive over a poor little marijuan user?  Right!!!  I guess the cops are going to always be able to deal with vilolent criminals with words like please and thankyou!!!  That will work 100% of the time!!  NOT.  \n\n"Pretty please, with a freaking cherry on top, drop the gun!  OK, you can shoot me once before I shoot back, that is only fair.!!"  Is this what the cops should say?\n\n\nCriminals have no regard for the law or the people who uphold it.  Criminals don't respect the rules society has put in place, however, cry like little freaking sissys when they get caught.  They love to cry foul play and play innocent and make out like a victim.  That is because they are worthless and incapable of doing anything else with their life other than try to figure out ways to get away with crime.  The fact of the matter is cops are expected to play by the rules, and idiots, I mean criminals, don't.
1008652
If memory serves me correctly, the Bobbies are the only cops that have never carried guns. It was the way Robert Peele set it up
371588
As an ex cop I can assure that they can in certain cases. Most officers search you to check for weapons and if they find drugs in the process, then it's a valid charge. There are some places where they have to have your consent to search, like your home but if it's your vehicle and you're arrested they have to inventory the car so that is a valid search. If they have probable cause like seeing marijuana or something in plain view, then you can be arrested. If they stop you and want to look in your trunk, unless there exigent circumstances, like they think theres a person you're holding captive in there or an animal, then they can search without a warrant. A pat-down search is legal for officer safety reasons. To search things like your bags or glove compartment they need your consent again, unless you've been arrested. If they have reason to believe that you are going to reach for a weapon they can search the immediate area. Best thing to do is not to carry illegal things my friend. Cops are savvy and we take no chances. If you break the law, you deserve to go down but I do believe in protecting peoples civil rights as well. I always protected my prisoner's rights because I may to make a judgement due to the situation and what has to be done, but I am not judge, jury and executioner and most police officers try to keep this in mind. Even if I didn't like a person I'd dealt with before, I was still fair and respectful unless they gave me a reason to get tough with them. Good luck.
162556
depends on the state you live in (or the country for that matter)\n\nVirginia : http://www.gunowners.org/fs9713.htm\n\nTexas : http://www.io.com/~velte/FAQ.htm\n\nNRA: http://www.nraila.org/GunLaws/FederalGunLaws.aspx?ID=59\n\n\nEven if a state or local jurisdiction has laws prohibiting storage, you are protected by this federal law:\n\nNotwithstanding any state or local law, a person shall be entitled to transport a firearm from any place where he may lawfully possess it to any other place where he may lawfully possess such firearm if the firearm is unloaded and in the trunk. In vehicles without a trunk, the unloaded firearm shall be in a locked container other than the glove compartment or console. Necessary stops, like gasoline and rest, seem permissible.
731166
run down a cop, slam into an undercover vehicle, back up and slam into it again.  yeah i'd say the cops over reacted.   if you had a gun you would have kept firing too.
878964
Depends on the location.  All businesses dealing in firearms need a Federal Firearms License.  Beyond that, it depends on state and local restrictions, including zoning.
143524
The magazines of many pistols can hold 13 rounds. And, if the magazine holds 13, you can chamber one, then eject and top off the magazine, giving you 14-round capability.
819817
The +1 response would mean that a officer wouldnt fight a gun with a taser.  Clenching of the fist is a distinct possibility with taser.
837457
I don't believe it is rare. I was almost shot by a policeman with his .45 caliber gun. I am just a mild mannered, middle aged computer programmer who was coding a program all night at a software company. I left the building at 3:00AM and accidentally triggered the alarm that wouldn't reset after attempting to reset it for 10 minutes. So, I left the building carrying my black name and address booklet in my hand. Suddenly, a huge, towering man approached me from behind ordering me to drop what was in my hands and put my hands behind my back. There was no police car present, no motor cycle present, and he did not identify himself. I thought he was a night watchman. I explained that I was an employee and had accidentally tripped the alarm. He screamed that I should not look at him and should drop what was in my hands and put my hands behind my back. It was dark out, and I couldn't see him well. He shined a bright light on me and looked through some kind of viewer which I now know was a gun. Eventually, after he demonstrated severe and frightening anger, I obeyed him and was handcuffed. I figured he was just some angry security guard. Moments later police cars arrived, and I was relieved that some professionals showed up. Those officers were very nice to me. But, the big guy who had initially stopped me, then revealed to me his gun and how close he was to having shot me. He repeated that several times and also stated he thought my name and address book might be a weapon. And, I didn't find out until the next day that he actually was a real police officer who worked foot patrol. I thought he was a guard by his wearing of a blue shirt instead of the black police uniform the other police wore. Had he only identified himself as a police officer at the initial encounter, I would have obeyed immediately.