UPDATE: Fab Rats' Legal Troubles Intensify! Plus, The Rat Rod Wrecker Has A Few Problems Of It's Own

[@kingranch1962]

I am a retired (26 year) police officer. I worked with officers who were the same way as this guy. They were power drunk and wrote/arrested for everything. As a Field training Officer I trained to look at the totality of the situation and apply common sense when deciding whether to take action or not. He was probably bullied in school and now has the ability to bully others.

[@patrickgreen2361]

Amen brother. 34 year LEO. Bad actors in EVERY profession. People are human. It just rubs me wrong when people are treated incorrectly. Sometimes you need a hammer, sometimes glue, sometimes a pencil. And there is a huge difference in 25 years of experience instead of 1 year of experience 25 times.

[@SgtBravo]

@@patrickgreen2361 There's a reason I stayed at Sgt. for my entire career. When I would hear stuff on my shift that didn't sound right, I'd make a point to talk to the Deputy in question at debrief. I'd never over ride their decision, or even criticise them. I'd simply ask them to put theirself in the citizens shoes and rethink their decision. Most times I'd get a thanks and see improvement - however, there's gotta be that one or 2 robo-cops that just don't understand. They didn't last long on my shift.

[@bret7306]

well said King. I did 23 years and retired, experienced all the same things. I always told my people to keep the spirit of the law foremost, and when necessary, enforce the letter. The stories of this Game Officer detail why certain people perceive all law enforcement as ignorant power-abusing thugs. You and I know this is not true and these types of officers usually hang themselves with their antics. I am sorry that the Cox family had to endure this goofiness from this poor excuse of an officer. I always found it was the ones that shy away from danger and conflict are the ones that act as this officer did. Keep up the great content guys, this is the most down-to-earth and relateable channel on the internet!!!

[@Kivavitch]

They couldn't handle it in high school, so they gave them a gun.

[@stevecasaus2398]

@@SgtBravo if you didn’t override the poor decision made by an officer on your shift, then you are just as bad as that officer. It still cost the citizens time, money, and stress. It was your duty to correct those wrong decisions made by your people.

[@donbearden1953]

Paul, I hate it cost you so much money to fight a lie that was brought against you but I agree with you! Sometimes you have to stand for something or you’ll fall for anything!

[@ScottDeVoreSeabee02]

Haha! Love the Aaron Tippen reference 👍🇺🇸😎🎸🎼🎶"You've got to be your own man, not a puppet on a string. NEVER COMPROMISE WHAT'S RIGHT, AND UPHOLD YOUR FAMILY NAME, you've got to stand for something, or you'll fall for anything."🎶🎵🎸Love you guys.

[@hidel308]

Anytime you begin to have faith in the government, it will always let you down. The fact is that government needs your money to survive. So they come up with this stupid infractions to collect bonus taxes. The founding fathers are right, less government is good government.

[@deandennis2838]

Paul and Michelle, You did the right thing. Even if they decide to ‘Go after you’ the precedent has been set. Especially with this particular officer. I applaud you for your vigilance in pursuing this.

[@ralphp1506]

Well said don!

[@UberLummox]

I'd bet ya any amount of money the cop was a trump thumper! They can't seem to tell lies from fact, and in this case, right from wrong!

[@kootenaycat]

Glad you had the ticket dismissed! Unfortunately until that DWR employee is fired he'll keep handing out ridiculous tickets because narcissists never see their own wrong doing.

[@Aluttuh]

never capitulate

[@brianwalker1933]

He should be taken out into the woods and left there, or cast out to sea on a leaky boat, in shark infested waters!!. ..😁

[@brianwalker1933]

@muzaffarkrylov2365 Doesn't say much for his superiors. Their inaction on him is indicative of the fact that they condone his actions, as he is still gainfully employed.

[@kittehgo]

​@@brianwalker1933What is going on may be that they want him to quit, so they don't have to fire him. Since apparently the guy started somewhere kinda important, but has been moved down the ladder. Into less and less important departments, soon the guy might be a pencil pusher in some minor office or archive.

[@rideutahtv3860]

This is terrific. We’ve been telling the governor that he needs to get DNR under control if he expects to win rural Utah next year. I’ve spoken to his team several times about this. And I’ve had close communications with the Legislature. The Natural Resources Committee told them to get their acts together and they said they were “working on it”. I’m going to be following up this week and see how they’re doing. I’m a scoutmaster who has had run in with this guy too. They’re making criminals out of innocent people over arbitrary bureaucratic red tape. I’ll keep the heat on until that changes. Great show my friends! I drive passed your shop a few times per week. Love it!

[@jimdavison4077]

Utah has a lot biger problems than this. Lots of problems in schools and right wing zealots running things.

[@georgea.9684]

I’m a retired LEO. My biggest challenge by far when I was active was having to deal with the fallout that the badge heavy A-holes would cause the for the rest of us. Every department has a guy or two like this and trust me when I say that for every one of them there are ten good cops who wish he wasn’t there. It’s the government/department policies and heads that protect these guys, who are ultimately at fault. These guys don’t get reprimanded and instead just get bounced around to continue making trouble. . .

[@OldSaltyBear]

@@georgea.9684 Sincere question... how do these few bad apples stay employed and how do we fix the system so that they can be kept out of law enforcement all together instead of just jumping from one department to the next?

[@bones357]

@@georgea.9684 What in your estimation keeps the good ones from rooting out the bad ones internally, so that citizens don't have to take these matters into their own hands?

[@dutch9357]

I’m waiting for the governor to come out of the closet, and admit he’s democrat. Not a fan of Spencer.

[@back-corner-turnings]

Notice they waited until the day before the hearing hoping you wouldn’t call their bluff, fold and pay the fine. Once they realized you were going to go through with it and make them look foolish they dropped it.

[@Rx7man]

I know it would have cost some more money, but I'd have liked to see this go into court so they guy can get a good speaking to by the judge

[@AffordBindEquipment]

not to mention that 400,000 people will see this (in one day!) and maybe the DA is sensitive to bad publicity. 531,000 subscribers just may have more clout than some funky law.

[@aarongarland9152]

If you think a judge will look at things months in advance and not the day or two prior, then you are in your own little world. Nothing out of the ordinary on the timing. Kinda tin hat.

[@ARockRaider]

@@aarongarland9152 they do this crap all the time for all sorts of stuff, tin hat or not the system has an obligation to not act this way yet it's SOP for them. our friends at FabRats got off easy, it sounds like this cop is known for bogus tickets made by leaps of logic and has never gotten any real push back from it. if you don't think this is normal for all LE look up CivilRightsLawyer and other such youtubers who talk about this stuff.

[@LeroyGrider]

​@@aarongarland9152normal case I would agree, high publicity case- not so sure

[@genehart261]

Thank goodness for a judge with common sense and a HUGE thanks to you guys for fighting this. I'm sure that you have much better things to do with your time and money. We ALL need to guard our precious freedoms!

[@brianambrose348]

If they hadn't fought it the charge would still stand. Now they will have to write more tickets to make up any lost revenues in hopes the next guy doesn't fight it and just pays the ticket. It's not just the tyrant that wrote the ticket that is the problem

[@adamortega69]

Be careful guys cuz I feel retaliation could happen cuz you made this so public and made people look bad. I love the channel and hate it when bullies that failed on becoming cops want to abuse their authority due to hating their lives. Don’t ever lay down for BS like that and thank you for looking out for the little people.

[@fat_head_Carl]

Never underestimate the pettiness of an unimportant DWR officer

[@96kylar]

So be careful, or don’t lay down? I think they are doing exactly what they should. The uptight asshole is showing he has small peen syndrome.

[@TheBuilderdad]

Agree with this statement. You unfortunately must now go on “offensive “ legal action against the authorities that failed in their duties. Keep it public, but they have to be held accountable. Otherwise, what’s the point?

[@bennym1956]

Hopefully the DWC and MR. DHEAD learned a lesson to NOT mess with FabRats !!!

[@96kylar]

@@bennym1956or, to be human and just a decent dude. It really isn’t that hard to do.

[@busterbriley2119]

I couldn’t imagine Paul’s right foot causing mechanical damage to anything.

[@DonFarmer-hq5sw]

😂

[@phillipswain4942]

😂

[@thomascarr3047]

You miss spelled everything lol

[@Deacon2071]

I was a fleet manager for a large school district in Ca for 10 years. I delt with numerous Federal and State agencies. There is always that guy/gal that just has to be a butt. It is too bad but a reality of man kind. Glad you came out on top. Great job.

[@niyablake]

The cop tha gave him a ticket has a history of being a dick

[@patrickhall6755]

Private industry has control freaks also. Government doesn’t have a monopoly on stupid.

[@meforsure5221]

Thanks to you for standing up for those who can't afford to stand up against these type of people!!

[@miketyler4536]

Yet, I am still being prosecuted for standing up in a School Board meeting here in Utah .... 🤬

[@Rattlerjake1]

Win or lose, nothing will change! They won't change these illegal "laws" because most people will just pay the fine. Have you ever wondered why they try to charge you with 2-3 infractions when they stop you? It's so they can drop all but one to make you think they are helping you out and to make your one infraction seem justified.

[@squarebodyranch146]

I'm glad you guys and whistlingdiesel are fighting these dumb charges. So people who can't won't have to.

[@jamesireland9188]

Whistlin diesel was trying to spray each other with water though lol

[@floodx4947]

Except Whistlingweasel actually did what he was charged with.

[@squarebodyranch146]

@floodx4947 ya he splashed....

[@dethronekingmma1246]

@@squarebodyranch146 theres a no wake zone for a reason anyone that has a boat knows why its in place often no wake zones include docks were people temporarilly tie there boats to the docks......wake cause the boats to lean into the docks damaging both the boat and the docks and injuring anyone who was unlucky enough to be in that gap its common sence. Its there for a reason not so u cant have fun lol

[@chetlockwood1491]

whistling diesel doesn't belong in the same sentence with FabRats !!!!!!!

[@BearWa11ace]

No good turn goes unpunished, as the saying goes. Keep your chin up, you've got a lot of people who believe in you and your good heart.

[@ryderdemcycles2434]

Odds are that the first "officer" that made the charge is protected by somebody in a higher power position. First officer throws his weight around because he knows he is protected. Common problem in every country. Good on you guys for going the distance and drawing attention to this abuse of power. More eyes & awareness on the problem, the harder it will be for his protectors to protect him. Always enjoy your channel, God Bless. 🙏

[@KrisD007]

Right? He was moved one time at least due to another debacle he created. He went on someone’s property and killed a deer they had found as a fawn and raise. He said it had killed a dog. I don’t know who would believe that.

[@bennym1956]

Congrats on fighting and WINNING those crazy charges. Saw on other KZbin vids and other sources Friday/Sat, that the DWC charges were dropped and y'all dropped your lawsuit !!! They need to fire that guy and the DWC needs to get their act together.

[@williamhamill813]

A dropped case is not a win. Nothing changes.

[@georgea.9684]

@@williamhamill813 Of course it’s a win, how is it not? It’s up to the state legislators to change the law not them…

[@KrisD007]

@@georgea.9684exactly!

[@OcamRzr]

The case was dismissed "Without Prejudice"... That means it can, conceivably, be refiled. FabRats didn't "Win". The State just decided to not prosecute while reserving the right to file charges again if they feel like it. A "Win" would have been if the charges were dropped and dismissed "With Prejudice" so the State cannot ever bring charges on this same event.

[@schweglerd]

@@georgea.9684 NO, CITIZENS NEED TO PUSH FOR REFORM. They are our laws, they are our lawmakers, they work for us, not against us. In cases like this, when there is a clear and present cancer in the station, it must be removed.

[@Margaret-k2b]

Well done. Thank you for bearing the cost of standing up to misuse and abuse of authority.

[@drewdrescher1708]

Fab Rats, you set a great example and we are lucky to have people like you who can fight the good fight!! Thank you so much for being awesome!

[@warrenbunch4075]

Thanks so much for standing up against ridiculous charges like that. It is truly appreciated, from another outdoorsman.

[@slopsec2358]

What a Quaggamire! Glad it all turned our as it should have! Thanks for the video!

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Glad you got the tow truck fixed, primed, and ready for the next recovery. That lawsuit was absolutely the stupidest thing I'd ever heard of, especially when the boat was out of the water, for, like you said, just about a year. Those muscles were dead as a door nail.😊

[@mudduck754]

As I said the first time that boat seen water in year's was when Merlin took the hose to it. I seen that boat years ago in a video about the water level in the lake.

[@jaredgreen502]

Good to see this case was dismissed and hard to believe took that far before being dismissed. Hope no retaliation comes your way. Keep up the good work. Always enjoy the channel.

[@chuckrf1502]

You did the right thing, both in hiring an attorney and in removing the sunken trashed boat. Glad justice prevailed🎉❤😊

[@donaldrizzo8373]

This happens in every state in the United States The throw charges at you hoping hoping that the stick and you don’t have the money for a lawyer so they know they have you been over a barrel keep the videos up thanks for fighting the fight

[@ellwoodwolf]

Cops/ law enforcement are the enforcement branch of the rich in America- they are there to keep “the poor” inline. That’s why rich get to turn themselves in when it’s convenient, but they will tazer a kid jaywalking

[@kayfelix5054]

Not only in the States. All over the world you have to live with this kind of "problem"

[@josephrabant7432]

Rory highly recommends an E-Locker over an Air-Locker and I'd have to concur.

[@richardgray9491]

Rory says "Neener, neener".

[@trapperjohn2462]

I am a retired Humane Law Enforcement Officer. Unlike the DWR Officer, I used my "enforcement" duties as an opportunity to educate the public on the Humane Law Enforcement laws, not to write "tickets". Being like the DWR Officer in question does nothing to build respect or enhance the public's perception of law enforcement.

[@jjc882011]

Congrats to you Paul and Michelle for stand your ground.

[@carlgibson4588]

Keep up the good fight Paul and Michelle! You’re good people and to many sorry souls are jealous of your success.

[@doug9418]

There's a true fact.

[@salvatorebaleno9807]

That clip of Hunter inside the bow of the yellow submarine, with the mice running out, will always make me laugh out loud. "Theyre comin' OUT!" 😂🤣

[@KrisD007]

IKR?

[@offroadxplorer]

Glad you guys prevailed, hopefully this brings about a change in the system. I will do my part to support your cause by liking this video and leaving a comment!

[@bobsullivan5714]

It's just the right thing to do! LOL

[@block4565]

😂wow.... fab rat viewers are a joke. Y'all gas up Paul and Michelle over this trivial little charge.? These entitled narcissists are throwing a tantrum over some petty shit and then they are using there insignificant channel as a way to fire up you other delusional people aka their blind followers. I see Paul and Michelle do nothing for their community. They give back only in ways that benefit them and their limited perspective. They are brainwashed puppets with a racist foundation.

[@ZeRowe]

That dwr officer better hope he never needs towing or assistance in the area 🧐😜

[@livingbyfaithatdcrp]

I don't know about that, I think the good people their are of higher character & would help the guy even though he chose the low road himself.

[@robertquackenbush5547]

I'd leave em sitting there

[@fat_head_Carl]

​@@livingbyfaithatdcrpwe had a local park ranger that was gung ho, and was an all around hardass (for no good reason). One day he was stuck on the sand at the beach, everyone that we fish with drove by and waved at him. Some even pulled over, asked if he needed help... Then drove away. It was a fantastic dose of karma.

[@96kylar]

He will just have my tax money get him out/set.

[@bsmith6941]

GREAT WORK FAB RATS!! Thank you for setting this example of not just paying the fine and moving on. There are times when the gray lines of the law need to be challenged, and this was an example. Keep up the great work!

[@vigunfighter]

HOLY COW!!!!! Sean, I am so, so proud of you! "Landon and I...." You are the first and only person on Fabrats/MORR/Robby Layton, that knows the other names come first, THEN your name. Very Nicely Done!

[@cameronwinters5072]

Thank you so much. Your videos and your stand on the legal issues give hope and strength to all of us. It makes for long days when you are one of the picked on and see no possible way to fight back. Seeing someone succeed is great medicine.

[@woodrowwilliams1812]

When the plaintiff’s case is dismissed “without prejudice” it means the complaint can be refiled at a later date. At least that’s how it works in small claims court. You might want to ask your lawyer about this.

[@jackd8216]

@supercomp65 wrong

[@Sheepdog70]

I work with these type of officers every day and I can tell you they will never change! They just don't get it! Glad it all turned out good for you folks!

[@Grandpa1422]

According to a News report, DWR said they dropped the charges before the last video even posted because the officer's supervisors read his report and decided that mussels were dead and didn't meat the requirements for a ticket. I'm glad you guys are ok and this bs was dismissed.

[@ellwoodwolf]

But no mention of firing that dickhead officer who wanted to be on a KZbin video

[@triggerjerk01]

Yep. Court records online show the case was dismissed BEFORE the first video was posted. Not sure why the first video didn't mention that.

[@KrisD007]

@@triggerjerk01I’m sure it was made and scheduled to post before they knew it was dismissed. Things happen in court that aren’t made known to the defendants until later. People make videos and schedule them to post days in advance. What day was it dismissed if you looked it up? I can’t believe some people actually go through court records to catch someone who shouldn’t have been given a citation is “a lie”. 😂😂😂😂

[@triggerjerk01]

@@KrisD007 Are you kidding me? They or their attorney was there. It was dismissed 6/6/23. Their first video was posted the next weekend.

[@johnhpalmer6098]

@@triggerjerk01 Once it's scheduled for release on a certain date, likely they could not change it until after it is released by YT on the scheduled date. Likely this video we saw today was made, in part once thy found out the news, but decided it was easier to append the video they are working on and release it today. Likely as said, things are made in advance and released later via scheduled release.

[@dougdean3134]

Good for you guys to step up to push back. Thanks for all you do!

[@jhood758]

You guys are awesome for taking this on. Hopefully no one will face problems like this with quagga mussels in the future. Tyler, Texas watching and enjoying your videos.

[@johnoldonekanole602]

no good deed ever goes unpunished. Yall did a good thing. Great channel.

[@dmorgan28]

We’re so glad the judge threw this out. Now the DWR needs to give this one officer his walking papers. We don’t need people like him in that position. Thanks for the good news. It’s a good thing that you guys did for those people to get their boat back to them. 👍❤️

[@melanierobbins1672]

Very pleased with the outcome of this legal debacle.... now would really like to know what happened to Mom's (Paul and Ben's mother) arm and hope that she gets better soon!!!

[@jameskendrick573]

Thanks Paul for doing what you did for those people never stop giving

[@JB-JB-JB-JB]

DONT give in!!! Stand up for what is right!!! L “We the people” own this land and rules not the crooked politicians. God bless you for standing up against the BS.

[@sickjohnson]

Another good one guys! Sorry to hear about your legal issues...the good people of Utah need to stand together against this absolute tyrannical BS so it more than just stops from escalating!

[@schweglerd]

NOT JUST THE PEOPLE OF UTAH, WE CAN ALL CALL, WRITE, DONATE TO LEGAL FUNDS, ETC... WE CAN GET THIS GUY REMOVED.

[@retiredchiefcharlie]

Awesome news! I’m happy you decided to fight this frivolous behavior. I don’t think the “NIT WIT” who wrote the ticket will ever change. That’s what’s sad.

[@garywatts8543]

Be careful! Without prejudice means that they can bring the case back again. I doubt they will be able to find anything that would warrant bringing the case back, but you never know...

[@hydroman99]

95% of conservation/park officers will invariiably write a ticket for a percieved infraction just to "feel like a real cop". It's a problem in Canada too. Thank you for fighting the good fight.

[@davidwoermansr]

Most people will pay the ticket because it's cheaper than an attorney that's why cops target out of state vehicles because it's cheaper to pay the ticket than travel back and fight the ticket

[@AT-xr8qh]

And that the truth. I had an experience with a Tennessee trooper that made things needlessly complicated during a traffic stop. Some guys really just want to ruin your day.

[@billstev100]

Bravo guys! Principles are ever so important and hopefully this officer (I use this term loosely) either learns from his actions or his superiors deal with him and very closely monitor his every move going forward. Happy for you! 👍 😊

[@johnnyadams1755]

Sounds like his immediate supervisor is just as ignorant as the "officer" is. Doesn't understand the difference between live and dead or that more than 30 days out of water equals DEAD.😊

[@johnreo7212]

A very satisfying win for the good guys. Great call by the judge and prosecuting attorney, good stuff guys. Hope the DWR officer and his boss are put on notice.

[@pablocruise678]

We all know you give Hunter a tiny hard time, but to acknowledge that you missed him was super cool!!!

[@BL00DRIDER]

friendly banter, for the purpose of building character. its clearly working cause hunter is quite the character.

[@richardthomas1743]

Good morning every one and thumbs UP to Fab Rats! 👍

[@JanelleVocate-Ames]

OMG! I beat you?

[@richardthomas1743]

@@JanelleVocate-Ames LOL! Right! Rudy released at the same time and I was conflicted where to go first LOL

[@JanelleVocate-Ames]

@@richardthomas1743 you mean there's actually an advantage to a laptop in that circumstance?

[@richardthomas1743]

@@JanelleVocate-Ames Not sure, I am on a desk top.

[@krsanth-4142]

If you are not aware, 'without prejudice' means, if they later feel they have a case against you, they can refile it. 'With prejudice' means that the person that filled the case, either in a civil matter or criminal, cannot refill that particular charge/claim.

[@deborahhobbs7664]

💯

[@KrAsHtheKaRpEnTeR]

The FabRats are the BEST!! I've been a fan for a LONG time now and wish you guys all the best! All love and respect to the entire FabRats Family!!!

[@jamesmcooper104]

Thanks for the update I have been praying for you all and I love your videos I watch them all the time

[@Uglidan307]

I totally get your point of view! If you weren't in the wrong there is no reason to cave and just pay it! Muscles are a problem, but you all did due diligence to make sure you cleaned off the boat! Love this channel, love how you all are real life people! Keep up the good work! Hunter rocks by the way, just saying!

[@therealjoshuacaleb4873]

Common sense left the regulatory commission a long time ago. Fun fact: Old folks homes are as tightly regulated as nuclear power plants, no other industry comes close.

[@Highlandwoodandmetal]

I'm the wrong side of the pond to make any comment on your system... But truth is common sense is no longer common- anywhere.... sadly..

[@lockout6896]

Tons of stories about folks being treated badly and neglected in old folks homes.would never put my parents in one of those shitholes.

[@KrisD007]

Nursing homes have regulations but they aren’t followed. My mom broke her leg, the ER dr wouldn’t keep her for 3 days so Medicare would pay. She couldn’t walk bc she’s 83 and couldn’t walk well before, had a Walker and was still hunched over. The only place that would take her was an hour away. There was no transport so I had to take her in my rental car (I was visiting from the west coast). It was an old facility with dilapidated furniture. Nurse and 2 aides were awesome the first night but the hallways were crowded, the rooms were made for one person years ago and the owner decided to put 2 in each room. There were 2 recliners in the room and the admissions person came in and took 1 out saying only 1 was allowed, however, other rooms had 2 and this one had been there as long as the other resident. They do not put railings on beds anymore bc they are considered constraints. My mom apparently tried to get up at 4:30am bc she didn’t know where she was. She fell flat on her face. The night nurse didn’t call me. I didn’t find out until I got there and a mobile X-ray tech was working with her. I couldn’t even see her until all that was done. I asked for the incident report and never received it. I talked to the administrator and she said she wasn’t told either, but I still didn’t get an incident report. Any job you’re in if someone gets hurt, you contact family immediately. I complained about some other things like my mother sitting in soiled briefs for 4-8 hours. The aides come in and turn off the button saying they will be right back. Several times I went out in the hallway and couldn’t see that specific side so I asked the one I saw if she could help me change my mother. Then when it’s meal t8me the sides are sent to the “dining room” so the people who are stuck in their rooms get a tray and wait if they need any help cutting food or taking off lids. My mom does not want to move in with me or I’d take her, but I couldn’t do 24/7 care by myself. She can’t walk right now and is a 2 person assist to transfer from bed, chair, commode. I moved her to a better facility and now I'm fighting them as well as Medicare now. They stopped sending claims and said insurance wouldn’t be pay it because she isn’t progressing. There is a Medicare settlement JIMMO v Sibelius that says no progression is not a reason not to pay. My mom has a little money but paying $8k a month will eat it all up. Then she’ll have to go on Medicaid and there’s a 5 year look back. My mother gives my brother money any time he asks and he doesn’t work. It’s at least $30k. Medicaid won’t pay until that money is covered bc they consider it as her giving away her assets. My mom still doesn’t understand she can’t gift money any more bc if she lives long enough to eat through her savings, I will be the one who needs to pay during the penalty period. Don’t have a pension nor much in savings so as don’t know what will happen to her; homeless? I can try a Go Fund Me to raise money, but I never thought I’d have to worry about this. So much for regulations.

[@therealjoshuacaleb4873]

Oh I know. I quit LTC after 20 years as executive chef,dietary manager, nutritionist. Its everything you said.

[@garycoppard3596]

Thanks for fighting this. That guy is nothing without his uniform. Thank God it's been highlighted now. I wish you and your family the best for the future. And as always big thanks for the entertaining videos that you post. Always watch them.❤❤🎉🎉

[@ChateauHnH]

Justice SERVED - way to go guys - I admire your stick-to-it-ness and standing up when you are 100% right.....Cheers

[@georgevindo]

Good work on the wrecker. You guys always seem to have a lot of fun together. Thanks for the video and the update on the "so called Legal" problems. I think someone needs to be put in "their" place.

[@acedogg692005]

I saw the outcome of the legal issue on some news channel from around you guys on here a day or so ago. Glad to hear.

[@marshallanderson4609]

Thank you SO MUCH for using your personal resources to help us ALL!!!!!

[@johndoughty7438]

These are the high quality types of people who run our country. They get paid to make the stupidest decisions, probably because they’re bored. Unfortunately, it’s getting worse not better, like your show. God bless you guys and your family!

[@danaperkins8721]

Your side of the quagga muscle story is very different than how it was reported on Utah tv. The news talked with a DWR representative and she said the infraction had been dismissed before it was actually mailed out. It had been reviewed by the legal staff and dismissed so there was nothing for Paul Cox to fight. But 2 months later when you were about to have the hearing it was thrown out by the court. I think the DWR authorities have a difficult time with being truthful.

[@scottwheeler2494]

ALL authorities have a hard time being truthful. It’s just the nature of the beast. Take a look sometimes at how many Dept of Ag employees carry a Federal gun. It’s in the thousands. Why? How many SWAT style teams are out there? Wayyyy too many. Sometimes I think they won’t be happy until they have militarized all law enforcement officers… down to the meter maids😂. Salute my badge and kiss my ass - lick my boots. Not a lot of freedom left out there.

[@JimYeats]

It’s not different. The representative said it was dismissed June 7th. They got notice in the mail in March. Yes, they mailed out the initial notice and then after review dismissed the case. Paul and Michelle had likely already been told the case was dismissed when they released the first video but had probably already recorded it a while back. So, to recap: DWR officer contacts them in December, they get notice in March, case was dismissed early June. Their first video comes out mid June.

[@mahbriggs]

I agree! The DWR was trying to do some damage control! If it had been dismissed before it was mailed out, why was it mailed out?

[@kevinkennedy6832]

So glad and happy for the outcome I applaud you guys 👏👏👏👏👏

[@hellraizer322]

I'm so sorry to hear about your legal troubles. I've been following your channel for a while now, and I've always been impressed by your work ethic and your passion for fabrication. It's clear that you've put a lot of time and effort into your builds, and it's a shame that you're having to deal with this. I just wanted to say that I'm rooting for you. I hope that you're able to overcome these challenges with ease.

[@cuzzybears]

That's awesome that they dropped the charge! Way to go Fab Rat clans. Luv to watch all of your videos. Keep up the good work! This motivating me to do stuffs that I have been neglecting to do for long time

[@ryanwilcox1209]

I really appreciate that you taking a stand! Lots of respect. I've been in positions where my only option was to pay the fine and move on. I hope one day I am in a position to fight that which is wrong.

[@donwilliams3626]

I liked your illustration of the DNR not citing birds for eating and transporting Quagga Mussels to other lakes. I guess someone realized these birds didn't have a nest egg worth going after!

[@kenkayiii]

DNR sounds right...but Paul said DWRi....water rights folks....we have way too much government...too bad Hunter isn't a Biden.

[@carlgibson4588]

Can’t wait to see the trip to Georgia! You’re an amazing family!

[@trentmoseley]

Thank y'all for fighting. You guys are GREAT! Keep up everything y'all are doin!

[@stevenstritenberger1761]

Morning Fab Rats family!! Hope it all works out in your favor guys!

[@bobcatsmith246]

You know there's a Roscoe P Coltrane in every state. You did the right thing by fighting this. Love the videos. Keep up the good work, and God bless and stay safe.

[@donbright721]

Thank you for calling out BS, you will make a difference. 💯 support

[@montepatton9040]

I saw a purple cast I believe on grandma’s arm. If that’s the case I hope she heals quickly and is doing well. I love seeing you guys and watching the progress on the builds. Looks like hunter enjoyed Mexico.

[@scottlangille9900]

Glad to hear the results over your court case with the DNR and it was dismissed. Congratulations you stood your ground. Keep the videos coming and be safe.

[@rayarnold1406]

You have raised numerous valid points. Good job raising them to DWR!

[@jerrycorbett7294]

Love you're channel long time watcher. Loved that whole boat series. You all did a great thing for some people. Don't give in stand up for everyone.

[@camerazeye7923]

Thanks for the update. I hope this sets a precedent that others can use and it affects change in the laws

[@oddballdynamics.9658]

Thank you for standing up for this. I hope it makes a positive change.

[@mile-wide-jonesy3327]

Good work, congratulations, and good on you guys for standing your ground against an exaggerated over reach of authority 👍💪🇺🇸

[@anthonylee2099]

Great job on the Wrecker repairs Paul s and Ben. Also Congratulations on Fighting and Winning this Stupid charges brought on you! Great to see Hunter get some R & R time! 🤙😎

[@kundrew1990]

Insecure people have to reassure themselves by exercising what little power they have....Well done guys I wish more people would stand up to nonsense.

[@christopherreynolds8873]

It sucks that you had to deal with it, but when dealing with idiots, the best thing to do is nod and move onto the next step. Love all you videos, stay safe.

[@mattthescrapwhisperer]

Glad that whole Quagga Mussel situation got resolved. I don't know if the Utah Game Dept has guidelines posted on their website, but some type of effort to educate the public would probably be helpful. The administrative costs to process a ticket are far more than the face value of the ticket itself. And if a person chooses to fight the ticket in court, the costs quadruple from there. Enforce the law; yes, but be judicious about it.

[@kylefrederick2348]

very happy to hear the charge got thrown out. It is an important ideal to keep a clean reputation and stand your ground when there was no wrongdoing.

[@ablenterprisesinc5590]

The worst part of the story is going to be the damage from the game wardens bruised ego. While he would never admit it, you'll see the effects in the future, probably in the fall, and probably while you are looking for a big mulie

[@andycropley5486]

9:00 can see the new shop addition is really moving along in the background! Looking forward to a video update on that soon!

[@SMGoertzen]

I'm so glad to hear that it was all thrown out. We have so many law officers of all kinds of departments that are on power trips and think that they'll change the whole world all by themselves. Thanks for fighting it and making an example and as you said, hopefully they look at the law and make some very necessary changes.

[@bryduhbikeguy]

Hope Hunter brings back some fish jerky for you guys.Glad to see him having some fun,and not just putting Paul out when he lights himself ;) Looking forward to seeing Jace's truck being built.Haven't seen a Dakota modified here in Michigan.They rotted away too quick.

[@McSpunky66]

As someone who also lives in Utah I applaud you standing up to the state! Thank you for all the great content and may God bless your family!🥂

[@miketyler4536]

Utah is not an easy state to live in judicially speaking. I am glad Kane County treated them well and Kudos goes to Kane County Sheriffs office. They do not tolerate BS, never have and they never will. They have even kicked out the feds a few times.

[@snuffysmiff]

@@miketyler4536 Yet this criminal DWR "officer" remains employed. The incident where he tried to kill a tame deer would have likely put you, me, or anyone else without connections in jail! There is NO excuse him to not be criminally charged for his actions and summarily terminated! As a former state employee (I finally quit due to all the sloth and nepotism-I'm willing to bet this clown evans has a relative somewhere in the Utah state gov't which got him the job and is keeping his sorry ass from being fired!) but I can assure you that it takes an act of God Himself to terminate a state employee

[@papawheelie5835]

Glad to hear of the acquittal of this "case". What really ought to happen now is a charge against this officer for his abuse of power.

[@miketyler4536]

Nope, Sgt Quaggas superiors backed him up completely and still believe they were in the wrong. The Legislators in Utah need to amend this asinine law and end this abuse!

[@randyvanderkolk4981]

This law is about revenue they gamble on collecting a fine and lost. Note how "protect and serve" has changed to "law enforcement."

[@KrisD007]

@@miketyler4536 LMAO, Sargent Quaggas! Corporal Kill ADeer

[@clarencerenspak5660]

Great seeing Landon driving all the different vehicles!!......Maybe when it fits, Landon and Ben or Shawn could go and pick up parts or vehicles at the junk yard with Landon driving (his forte) the rollback!!......Keep asking dad and Ben questions......Paul is a wealth of knowledge and a good explainer!!......Don't be afraid of making mistakes........Your dad has shown he makes mistakes too so.......You just do it twice.......I call it "the human element".......Go Landon!!

[@cameronjacobs3144]

Awesome! i'm glad you guys were willing to fight it, hopefully this makes a difference

[@karl5404]

Thank you so much for fighting against these idiots. I'm glad it got laughed out of court.

[@TheGrateful55]

Standing up for the person coming behind you, love it. Thanks for using your platform appropriately. No fire in the shop in a couple of days, Hunter is in Mexico....just saying. :)

[@Scrambler85]

Their should be a national certification for all forms of law enforcement. Once you loose that certification they would be prohibited from any form of law enforcement in all 50 states.

[@davidtyree9948]

Good for you guys. I'm proud of your tenacity. The only way that guy will stop writing useless tickets is when he gets fired for writing tickets that don't hold up on court....wasting everyone's time and money.

[@darrenbromfield893]

Wow do you guys ever just think this is all too hard.... when you put yourself out there your open to a lot of crazy people. Your show is the best full of good humour and good family values. Keep up the good work.

[@justpain365]

Great video y'all.👍 It's a shame y'all had to go through all that to begin with..🙄 You know how it is , there's always 1 that's got to try and be more than what they are...😾 if they just take care of the people and the land, everything works out w/o drama...🙂 👍☕🐢

[@aaronwermers4160]

I am bummed you had to spend all your $$$, but I love that you stand up for what you believe!! Keep being AWESOME!!!!!

[@jamesbigham9036]

Good morning Paul please be careful knowing the tow truck is wounded don't do anything foolish to cause more damage to it I hope the officer realizes being an officer isn't about just writing tickets it is also about educating people on law and choosing to give someone a warning and use that as an educational opportunity will go a lot farther then giving them a ticket.

[@ellwoodwolf]

Normal people don’t become officers - it a group of people who want that power who choose law enforcement careers - and even if they start wanting to help people, over time they start getting cop friends and end up dealing with all the problems in our society- so they eventually think people fall into two groups - cops and criminals - and start to think they are what holds society together and get delusional.

[@a.n.7863]

In a weird way that wrecker takes me back 50 years - it’s the same color as the ‘73 Mustang I drove to high school. The end of that story happened one day when I had carpooled to school and my dad, who couldn’t stand paying 70 cents for gas in a 10mpg car, traded it in on a ‘74 Tonka yellow 3 on the column AMC Hornet. Oh well, I probably would have killed myself in Mustang eventually.