Originally Posted by sc-driver

I hope you're not inferring that I am a "typical internet tough guy" talking down towards law enforcement. I'm glad an actual deputy could answer my questions and get a definite answer to my questions.

I think I brought up a legitimate question whether or not it is right/justifiable for a police officer to ask if you had something illegal based on having something legal.

Originally Posted by ecr527

I think what Stick is trying to tell you is once an officer has you pulled over for doing something illegal (like speeding, etc), then it's game on for him/her to start looking for anything else wrong with you or your vehicle.

Originally Posted by trukn1

The inspection process, as well as what they look for, for trucks in totally different than what is looked for on cars. As truckers we are CONSTANTLY under scrutiny for violations of ANY sort (bulb out,,all the way up to shoddy equipment). Reason being is that it is a money maker and tickets for trucks generate higher fines. Trucker here.

Originally Posted by CDNROCKIES

No, not at all.

I was referring to threads like the one that got closed a couple days ago talking trash. Your conversation was on point.

Originally Posted by trukn1

The inspection process, as well as what they look for, for trucks in totally different than what is looked for on cars. As truckers we are CONSTANTLY under scrutiny for violations of ANY sort (bulb out,,all the way up to shoddy equipment). Reason being is that it is a money maker and tickets for trucks generate higher fines. Trucker here.