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There was no reason for him to make such a comment. There is an abuse factor involved, he was doing her a "favor" by not giving her a ticket for faulty equipment and the price for that favor was putting up with his comments.
I have no doubt that he felt he was pulling over a drunk driver when he pulled her over. But even if she had been drinking or had broken some law that doesn't give him the right to treat the public that way. I give her a lot of credit for not responding with an attitude. I have no doubt if the man had done it to me, or worse her with me in the car, I would have ended up in jail. Why would it have been disorderly conduct for me to act in such a manner and for him business as usual?
In my opinion by choosing this career they agree to be the "grown up". To act in a mature fashion. This man appeared to be only slightly older than my daughter, but how can he be unaware that this hostile attitude can result in horrible consequences? I consider myself a reasonable person, but there is no way I would put up with this abuse. I respect their job and appreciate the work they do but everyone has their limit. I think every single squad car should be equipt with a camera, not only for their protection but mine as well. Perhaps this man would have acted differently if he was held accountable for his actions.
There were two police officers in this stop. The older one did not participate in this harrassment, but nor did he stop it.
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I've been married for 24 years and have four wonderful children.
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