Originally Posted by twobikes
Someone did tell me he always carried a small pistol in a holster attached above his hip when he rode in one particular state. Drivers gave him a wide berth when passing. It would not even need to be a real pistol. A realistic plastic replica would do.
In most states open carry is illegal and will draw police attention, an in most states police can charge you even if the pistol isn't real, because you intended for people to think it's real. In many cities, it will also draw the attention of those who will challenge you just to see what you're going to do with it. As a concealed carry license holder and firearms instructor, I have to say, openly carrying a fake gun can get you in LOTS of trouble.