:: DPS told me that it is considered a professional courtesy to do so. ::
Yeah, I get it and, trust me, I felt remorse for the over-reaction of the local fuzz. Interestingly enough, these guys (Local DPS) were also investigated by DEA.
Butt, wasn’t it the DPS that over-reacted?
Seriously, they could have just shown up, asked him about his weapon and left peacefully? No lights, no siren, just a friendly visit by those who assignment is “to protect and to serve”.
No, it was YOU who overreacted. YOU called the cops on someone exercising their Rights. YOU are as good as any lefty.