From storm chasers, to "shambulances" and contaminated NASA engineers, the list of ploys to escape conviction never ceases to amaze, not just for their comedic benefits but also for their ability to work. Read about US Express winner David Morse’s tactics in the comments section beneath the story.
One time I had a pellet gun pistol sitting on the back seat. I got pulled over for speeding, but stuck my hands out the window as the cop approached and said “whatever you do – don’t freak out about the gun on my back seat!” He drew his gun, took the pellet gun, ran a cereal number check then brought it back and told me I was lucky it was in plain sight because it could be considered a concealed weapon. The speeding issue was forgotten as the potential greater issue was brought up.