The nice thing about the big mag lights is that they can be used for protection also, and much safer then carrying a billy club/ bat around. THose can get you busted for having a weapon/ concealed wep. but the mag light is a TOOL! So, even if a cop busts you for it, it can easily be fought. but they would have to be really pissed to write a pissant ticket like that that can be thrown out so easily.
I had my mag beside the seat/armrest in my old truck, but i haven't decided if i like it there in my new x.
Scott