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Originally Posted by McMimmcs
As a former law enforcement officer I question why you think the officer was planning to hit you hard. Was there anything inappropriate about his conduct or professionalism. Could it not be that he was performing his duties as mandated by the state police?
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All of my encounters with the police have been traffic/driving related.
Personally some of my encounters with police officers have been less than pleasant. When young and had long hair, in college, got pulled over for forgetting to signal a lane change. Officer said he smelled alcohol, which was bs, used it as an excuse to search me and my car, while I waited handcuffed in his car. Found nothing, then breathalyzer registered 0. I feel I was respectful and complied during the whole process. Did not appreciate the feeling of being stripped of my freedom, and felt disrespected.
Half of my encounters felt like I was powerless and was at the mercy of the officer. Some encounters were pleasant and I appreciated the mutual respect given.
So I understand the frustration of the appearance of being "hit hard".