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Review of Arapahoe County Sheriffs Offic...

My review reflects an interaction I had with an Ar...

My review reflects an interaction I had with an Arapahoe County Sheriff deputy whose only role in the department is to monitor traffic. Thankfully that is all "Deputy" Brett Sears can do. He pulled me over for expired plates. Understandable.

However, I've NEVER met an officer or deputy, especially a traffic cop, that acted with such authority to the point where he yelled at me. He is unprofessional and I could tell the reason why he only monitors traffic. In a high stress situation, he would probably shoot someone for reaching for their wallet after asking for it.

I've been pulled over for the same expired plates before and I was treated with respect and empathy. In fact, he understood my situation and let me go knowing I couldn't afford any more tow fees, etc.

I do not pose a threat to the public nor is having expired plates put the public at risk. It's just another way for the state and city to rake in more money from tax payers.

"Deputy" Brett Sears, I hope you learn how to speak with a level of professionalism, not authority. I respect officers, in fact I wanted to be one, and I lost respect for the Arapahoe County Sheriffs Department when I met Brett Sears. Empathy goes a long way. I will be filing a formal complaint.