>>I don't think a NY city cop could count on one hand the number of times he/she is 'flipped off' by the public during a typical day!
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>In 1992 when I lived in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.. I almost was arrested by a cop.. Just because I touched on him and say 'I begin your pardon I did not listened you (him) right..'
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>Is he wrong ? IMO, he just exceeded a little his behavior.. But, he is the authority over that place.. And, I am not able to judge him.. What kind of danger situation was that moment ? I don't know..
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>This is the reason that I try to show the 'two sides on the coin'
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>Democracy.. Free speech, etc.. It is the best taste that our society has prove over those past hundreds years.. But, we must to use it with responsabilities..

If you even touch another person lightly you can be arrested or sued for assault. Our society is hypersensitive. Now if you are a woman and touched on the shoulder or arm by a man you can be sued for sexual assault.

My wife is from Peru and her family is from Zaragoza, Spain. They are very expressive with words, affection and will often touch you on the shoulder while talking. It is strange how different customs can be from one country to another.

By the way I would not consider touching a policeman for any reason. You might get arrested or shot.