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Road rage incident- guy called cops on me. Am I fucked?

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hey-dude-its-me
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ok I know theres very limited legal knowledge in this forum but Im worried whats gonna happen.

some guy gave me the finger (idk why) so I changed lanes right in front of him and put on my brakes pretty hard. he started riding my ass so I did it again. I change lanes and kinda lose him in traffic. But as soon as I turn into my friend's neighborhood I see him right behind me. I have my gf in the car so Im not taking any chances with this guy. I grab my Gerber multi tool, pull out the 3 inch blade, put it in my pocket, then slam on my brakes and run up to his window ready to go. I'm just like "whats up whats up" and this four eyed nerd is on the phone calling the cops (luckily I didn't ever 'brandish' my weapon). At first Im ready to wait for the cops but a split second later my sense kick in and I realize thats not going to be in my best interest. So I get back in my car and drive away at normal speed. He's still following me so I freak out and floor it (Im in a hybrid btw) and start passing people in the wrong lane and and get the fuck out of there and head towards stateline as fast as I could.

So after hiding out in Missouri for about an hour I made it home. Now I'm wondering if anything else is gonna happen?

I'm pretty sure he got my license plate but I'm wondering what the cops will do since there was no accident and they didn't witness any of it. Technically they wouldn't even be able to prove I was the one driving but I'm still concerned.

also, this is not me trying to brag about this im not trying to be ghetto, in reality it was a huge wakeup call that an average sized white guy doesn't need to be getting involved with shit like this.
Oct 27 2011 8:37PM
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Skavengers303
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not cool
Oct 27 2011 8:39PM
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Lucas
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shoulda took his phone and smashed it… scare him or something, but seriously your probably good unless other people reported you to.
Oct 27 2011 8:39PM
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jfxphoto
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Never take anything personal. Could have saved you this hassle.
Oct 27 2011 8:40PM
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*simba*
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I've also wondered what would happen in a situation like this.
Oct 27 2011 8:40PM
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2_fadez
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nothing happens.

you are 100% okay. no files were charged, and cops aren't going to waste their time over some road rage person.
Oct 27 2011 8:42PM
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MFM
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You're fine it's your word against his, unless he is a huge dick and gets witnesses for you driving on the wrong side of the road (if it was a double solid)
Oct 27 2011 8:42PM
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cubber
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Point at him, point to yourself, make dick-sucking motion. In that order.
Oct 27 2011 8:42PM
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TOAST.
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By passing in the wrong lane do you mean the right lane or like the oncoming traffic side.
Oct 27 2011 9:36PM
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malonius_funk
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thug life.

but in all seriousness, IF the cops contact you then there really is no way to prove you did anything wrong unless the guy was filming it with his cell phone or something, which is unlikely. don't worry homie bitches ain't shit.
Oct 27 2011 11:03PM
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RudyGarmisch
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What does your girlfriend think about all this?
Oct 27 2011 11:05PM
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TACO-DOG.exe
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i think he means passing people while going in the slow lane
Oct 27 2011 11:06PM
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LS.
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its your word against his, nothing will happen as long as you dont admit to anything.
Oct 27 2011 11:10PM
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TeaJay
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Just tell the cops you drive a hybrid. They will charge the other guy for making shit up and wasting their time.
Oct 27 2011 11:12PM
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InfernoHits
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what are the cops going to do?

"we got a call from this guy that said you drive like shit and are an asshole"

That aint enough to get into any trouble
Oct 27 2011 11:13PM
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EricaMN.
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hahaha this
Oct 27 2011 11:14PM
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Deezy
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apparently this is the right lane now adays.
/pun

and OP, you should be good.

on a side note my friend got a reckless driving ticket (6 points and $490) for attempting to pass a slowing car on a residential road. there are lots of BS tickets out there.
Oct 27 2011 11:15PM
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.AR6rider.
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That probably about sums it up.
Oct 28 2011 12:15AM
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TeaJay
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hahaha truth. these are the only two tangible reactions.
Oct 28 2011 12:18AM
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bangarangmules
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hah this
Oct 28 2011 12:23AM
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comeatmebro
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i've had many people call the cops on me while driving for doing some crazy shit lol...never gotten a phone call etc.

think of it this way...you could easily call the cops and make up anything that you wanted to, they aren't going to give a fuck that this guy called...
Oct 28 2011 12:29AM
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mavinnowhere
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People called the cops on my friend for weaving in a town and a cop approached him in subway afterwords. Cop told my friend to give him his parents number and my friend was stupid and didn't realize he had rights.
Oct 28 2011 12:47AM
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Davy.Crockett
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its not like you threatened him. the only crime that happened was some reckless driving and road rage. the police aren't gonna go that far to get you.
Oct 28 2011 1:04AM
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baaangthat
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well, at least you didnt handle it like a child....
























oh wait....



Oct 28 2011 1:27AM
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Sam.Carson
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just fyi to whoever is in this thread right now. dont fuck with people when your driving or do anything that breaks the law cause it comes back to haunt you. when you see those red and blue lights behind you, you get freaked and think of stuff you would never do. (i got a story but isnt worth my time) just dont do stupid stuff anymore;
Oct 28 2011 1:27AM
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.AR6rider.
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Did you miss the part where he got out of his car, ran to the other guy's car, and tried to fight him? If someone did that to me you bet your ass I'd call the cops.
Oct 28 2011 1:30AM
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Darth_Veeder
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While you are probably in the clear, this statement proves that you are a major tool.
Oct 28 2011 1:34AM
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Davy.Crockett
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well the way he told it, it seemed like he just walked over? what i meant is that he didn't brandish the weapon, and walking aggressively toward another persons car isn't really worthy of police time
Oct 28 2011 1:34AM
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Jahrassicpark
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then slam on my brakes and run up to his window ready to go. I'm just like "whats up whats up"

Well I'd say he did the complete opposite of what you said
Oct 28 2011 1:52AM
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bigskia
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You sound like a 17 year old pussy who is very very lucky you didn't roll up on someone that is for real.

Not judging, I did similar shit after getting my license but really?

You'll be fine though
Oct 28 2011 2:14AM
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Steezy_IN_KC
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You should have called me lol
I live on stateline... i would have harbored a fugitive NS'er

But to answer your question, I don't see any legality issues here. If its all based on his testimonial take him to court for damaging your reputation. This kid must have a shit ton of time on his hands to follow someone around.

Just curious where did all of this take place? Like the Metcalf, Nall, Mission area?
Oct 28 2011 2:20AM
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Funnel
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Yeah who the fuck wants to waste their gas over a fucking brake check. OP: never get mad at someone giving you the bird.
Oct 28 2011 2:32AM
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hey-dude-its-me
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yea I passed on the wrong side of the road, there wasn't a middle line but still, I also ran a stop sign to get back on the main road.

my gf was pissed, really pissed.

as much as I regret it, being a tool is way better than being a pussy. I feel bad for the you guys saying you would have called the cops.
Oct 28 2011 7:54AM
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seward
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and i feel bad for guys like you that think behaviour like that is normal.

roll up on the wrong guy one day. you got a multitool in your pocket, hes got a fucking gun.
peace out gangstar.

Oct 28 2011 11:46AM
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theabortionator
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Why would you move over multiple lanes to get in front of him and slam on your brakes.



That's fucking dumb
Oct 28 2011 11:49AM
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Bro.J.
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nerd's a pussy for sure. i woulda jumped out and popped your ass a couple times but i've never considered calling the cops unless they look drunk.
Oct 28 2011 11:53AM
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Talacious[Tally]
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I bet she was. Just for future reference, girls (except maybe ghetto girls) don't find this to be a good quality.
Oct 28 2011 12:13PM
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TOAST.
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No man its cool, he is a skier (the epitome of thug) so he doesnt have anything to worry about.
Oct 28 2011 12:23PM
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jibnut
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You need to stop posting.
Oct 28 2011 12:31PM
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canterbury
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OP please find a pair of scissors and cut your drivers license into many little pieces and do not drive again, or at least stay out of Canada. Thanks
Oct 28 2011 12:40PM
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hallamt
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I was out driving with friends and threw a bottle at some random car and they chased us down and called the cops with our license plate number, got a public misdemeanor charge and almost got taken to court for "car damages".. Fucking retard, bottle was empty and he said it splashed all over his windshield, so I pretty much got fucked up the ass
Oct 28 2011 12:51PM
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.AR6rider.
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You might be a bigger retard than the OP. Throwing empty bottles at cars for shits and giggles? What the fuck did you think was going to happen? Idiot.
Oct 28 2011 12:55PM
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b-ladd
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Dude, you're totally fucked. Forget hiding out in Missouri or wherever, you gotta get the fuck outta the States, pronto. I've heard Nicaragua is nice this time of year.
Oct 28 2011 1:02PM
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wisconsinsteeze
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haha
Oct 28 2011 1:11PM
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.RYAN66
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i fucking lost so god damn hard.


first of all get a real knife.

second i bet you were just trying to show off in front of your girlfriend, with you massive 3" weapon you got there.

for some reason i have a feeling its not the first 3" item of yours she has seen. and you were wanting to increase this size by being a bad ass.

to answer your question thought you are perfectly fine nothing will happen.
Oct 28 2011 1:14PM
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hey-dude-its-me
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I expected to be told what I did was wrong but you guys are actually outraged by my behavior and its kinda funny to me for a bunch of guys to have the attitude that my mom would have.


I didnt change multiple lanes, he pulled up on my right hand side in a right turn only lane, gave me the finger and was screaming, then tried to pull in front of me before his lane ran out, so I got in front of him and blocked him off and slowed down enough to say fuck you back (there was a red light ahead anyways) after that he was just riding my ass so I did it again. I wasn't even trying to evade him but after not seeing him in my rearview for a couple minutes I figured it was over until I pull in the neirborhood and realize he thinks its ok to follow me and my loved ones to where (he thinks) I live.


After that I just lost control and grabbed the only weapon I had and went to see what his problem was. He was bigger than me but like I said he looked like a pudgy 30 year old IT speacialist named Brian or something. He looked scared and prob never expected me to get out of the car. I was screaming at him asking what the fuck he was doing. He cracked his window and was like "uh yea we're calling the cops" with this pussy smug face like he was somehow gonna beat me in this situation. Then I settled down and heard his friend was actually talking to the police so I called him a pussy and left.


seriously, if your instincts are "oh let me call the big guys with guns to come 'save' me" rather than "lets settle this here" after someone's started shit with you and tried to follow you home then you're a pussy
Oct 28 2011 1:40PM
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hey-dude-its-me
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also for people curious what happens in this situation:
I asked the question on a legal forum and its pretty much unanimous that nothing should come of this, I just don't want to jinx myself
Oct 28 2011 1:41PM
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RICK_ROSS
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>I changed lanes right in front of him and put on my brakes pretty hard.
>I did it again
>I grab my Gerber multi tool, pull out the 3 inch blade
>I'm just like "whats up whats up"
>first Im ready to wait for the cops but... ....I get back in my car and drive away at normal speed.
>He's still following me so I freak out and floor it
>IM IN A HYBRID
>start passing people in the wrong lane
>I'm pretty sure he got my license plate

...wow
Oct 28 2011 1:51PM
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Furrer92
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Eh most you could get would be like reckless driving but they don't even have evidence of it.
Oct 28 2011 1:54PM
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.RYAN66
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its not a weapon, just to clarify. it is a multi tool.

and even still the blade isnt long enough for a knife to be considered a weapon, it has to be 4" or longer.
Oct 28 2011 2:00PM
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