Only read half of the comments in the thread, not sure if anyone already addressed the obvious.
Do you think the open carry gun law in Oregon is going to be a simple one liner, "Anyone within the boundary of the State of Oregon can openly carry a gun anytime, anywhere. Have great day!" ?
Pretty sure it will say something along those lines with an additional, "providing that...." and a list of 1000+ terms.
Like maybe:
- must be over the age of 18
- must not be within school zones
- must not be a convicted felon
- must not have mental illness
- must not be intoxicated or under the influence of mind altering drugs
etc.........
The cop could have gotten his ID legally in many ways. "We need to see your ID to verify you are over the age of 18 (as per section blah blah)" (and to run his name to make sure he is not a convicted felon etc. to make sure he meets "all requirements" - all for public safety of course and by law - not to be a bully and trying to show authority).
I did a quick search and the actual direct laws didn't show up without digging around... there is this:
Chapter 1040 Oregon Laws 1999
the laws will look something like that.
Anyway, this kid wants to make a youtube video showing he doesn't have to give up his ID and can carry a gun around openly.
Wasn't there, but to draw the attention of someone in the public to call the police to investigate it, did he maybe do something peculiar to draw that attention to himself. His goal was to have that confrontation, his script memorized and ready to go for the big moment.
Anyway, point is there will be more to the law, all for public safety.