I'm telling you that both parties will be safer because now the issue of whether the driver may be armed is now clear , and the LEO can proceed accordingly . and feel a little better about the situation especially if you need to dig around for wallet or paperwork , etc. . I know that part isn't...
The one time I found it necessary to inform , I told him there was a " handgun in the console " . He said that's fine just leave it there . The only reason I told him was because my proof of insurance was in there too .
I've been pulled over many times . I used to have a heavy foot but I've gotten better . I've never had a bad encounter and I always showed them respect and didn't try to argue my way out of a ticket . I never got a ticket I didn't deserve ...
I've seen the safe spaces outside near the front door with security cameras . They were originally intended for child custody swaps etc. but any legal transaction is cool .