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Ever had someone confidently tell you you're breaking the law based on something they just Googled? That's exactly what happened during what should have been a simple family outing to our county fair.

As a responsible concealed carry permit holder in Minnesota, I know the laws thoroughly—it's legal to carry on public property like fairgrounds with proper permits. But when my shirt briefly rode up while comforting my crying child, exposing my holstered firearm, an older gentleman approached with his phone in hand. He insisted I was breaking the law based on an AI-generated Google summary that was completely incorrect. Despite my explanation that the AI was wrong and that I was well within my legal rights, he apparently reported me to fair officials.

What followed was a conversation with both a fair representative and a law enforcement officer who, thankfully, handled the situation reasonably. After checking my permit and ID, the officer confirmed I was legal and even mentioned he needed to correct the misinformation with the gentleman who reported me. The whole experience highlighted several troubling trends: our increasing reliance on potentially inaccurate AI-generated information, people's tendency to insert themselves into situations unnecessarily, and how quickly misunderstandings can escalate.

The encounter also sparked reflection on changing perspectives toward law enforcement. Where once I might have been a staunch "back the blue" supporter, I've come to recognize officers as fallible humans who sometimes misuse their authority. In this case, I was fortunate to interact with a reasonable officer, but the potential for an unnecessarily escalated response was certainly present.

Have you ever had technology or misinformation lead to an awkward confrontation? How do you handle situations where someone confidently but incorrectly challenges your rights? Share your thoughts and experiences—I'd love to hear how you navigate these increasingly common modern dilemmas.

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