I'd get in contact with Guy Telford(unless someone knows a better gun lawyer..) and see what he thinks. I don't know your individual case, but I'd be interested in hearing more to see how similiar it is to others experiences.
Then you are clearly mistaken, and need to revise your position immediately.
This phenomenon has occurred and will continue to occur.
I did not know the officer from Tom, Dick or Harry, I simply inquired as to what the policy was.
He stated what I told you, now if its illegal or not is...
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but what the OP is describe, IS ISP POLICY.
I will explain, I've heard of this phenomenon recently. People being stopped by ISP for moving violations, and then being DISARMED(having their vehicle entered without consent) after displaying LTCH.
THAT IS...