Wow, all of this seems really nit-picky. If the guy was doing as he said and just walking (with ammo in the mag but not chambered I think he said) then where does just plain old "better judgement" come in with the warden?
Look at it this way.. have you ever been pulled over for speeding and explained to the officer the reason, whatever it may be, and you were given a break.
As a firefighter, I know several police officers and a few wardens, they are all pretty good guys and use a lot of "walking around sense" when applying the laws.
I don't know, it all seems a bit harsh, all things considered if nothing else, let the guy off with a warning b/c of his service and ethical hunting background (according to his statement about no prior violations).
I'm not too savvy on laws and courtroom proceedings but I would try to get a court appointed attorney if my finances didnt allow me to hire one, and appeal. Personnally I would have went into the fight with an attorney to begin with.
Originally Posted By: BhamFred
I, and ALL of the GWs and DAs, and Judges I know/knew disagree with the Attorney Generals opinion.
