|
If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above.
You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed.
To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below.
|
03-02-2005, 10:50 AM
|
|
Silver
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 416
(10)
|
|
Pepper spray
Can I carry a small can of pepper spray aorund while I am in the DR?
|
03-02-2005, 10:56 AM
|
|
Moderator
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 9,326
|
|
They sell it over the counter at some supermarkets and ferreterias, so my guess would be 'yes'.
|
03-02-2005, 11:07 AM
|
|
Rising to the occasion, occasionaly!
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2002
Posts: 5,826
(156)
|
|
Why would you want to do that?
Unless you want to spray a dog that is attacking you!It will get you into more trouble than it is worth.It tends to "Pi$$ Off" criminals,who will then get angry with you,and take revenge!As you fumble in your pocket or purse(you WILL be very frightened!)for your "spray" the criminal may feel more threatened than you! He may think you are going to pull a gun from your purse.Then he will shoot you first!
Stay out of dangerous areas.Don't wear gold,watches,cell phones,or carry cash.Don't get drunk in public.Be with friends when you go out.Don't take public transportation.Go home early.
Last edited by Criss Colon; 03-02-2005 at 11:13 AM..
|
03-02-2005, 11:37 AM
|
|
Mr. Main Event
|
|
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 764
(10)
|
|
CC is right
It can turn out ugly at the end. Just take caution and play safe. Don't make enemies. It's a society with weak laws. You should not have any problems unless you instigate and stay out of bad areas and like CC said avoid geting drunk in the wrong places,don't wear expensive jewellery and don't flash your cash. Any how play it safe and enjoy your stay. All the best
|
03-02-2005, 11:45 AM
|
|
Silver
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 416
(10)
|
|
That is all good advice. And you guys are probably right. I have said before that I tend to frequent the poorer areas of the Cibao. At night even. I was a missionary there after all. And I have never once felt unsafe. I don't drink and i think gold jewelry looks rediculous. So no problems there. I guess the only reason to carry a can of pepper spray around would be the same reason to carry a small pen knife or flash light. You never really know. And it doesn't cost me anything to carry it. Who knows. Maybe it would help my paranoid wife relax a little.
|
03-02-2005, 12:29 PM
|
|
Silver
|
|
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 359
(10)
|
|
Still, it's not a bad idea to keep the dogs at bay, my wife has used it for just that purpose. Your odds of being harrassed by a stray dog are probably more than being attacked by some crazed dominican lunatic anyway. Back in NY I used to carry some whenever walking through the woods upstate, it's also an effective Bear repellent.
|
03-02-2005, 02:37 PM
|
 |
DR1
|
|
Join Date: Jan 1999
Posts: 10,301
|
|
The super markets sell CS Gas (black canister) for around RD$450 a piece.
Small enough to fit in your purse or pocket.
I think they are imported from France.
__________________
dr1guide
It's HUGE and a "Must Have Tool" on what to do and
where to go if you live here or you're planning to visit
Santo Domingo. Maps, Nightlife, Dining, Articles...
The Tourist Guide that treats YOU like a Local
dr1travel
The countries first small and boutique hotel specialist.
Online booking, reader reviews, detailed hotel descriptions,
high quality photos & much more. Book Now!
Dominican Republic's Small Hotel Specialist
|
03-02-2005, 03:04 PM
|
|
Silver
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2004
Posts: 172
(10)
|
|
Law
As a previous poster mentioned, it's a society with weak laws, however, I was wondering, what does the law stipulate regarding the use of pepper spray, if anything??
Thanks!
|
03-02-2005, 03:13 PM
|
|
Gold
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 1,430
|
|
Everybody here carries a gun, so why would they even bother you for a tiny pepper spray bottle! 
|
| Thread Tools |
Search this Thread |
|
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is On
|
|
|
|
|
(611)
