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I do not think personal fear justifies pulling a weapon, at least not in California.
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Feeling threatened is enough for some bad cops to empty mags into innocent people. But I guess they are not held to the same laws as mere civilians.
OP did not ask if he would have been justified in shooting the bum. He asked if he should have drawn his weapon. I find it hard to believe that the bum would be taking down plates or other info for if he decided to go find a cop to report the guy for brandishing. If I cannot see both of the individuals Hands I will have my gun on my lap. I know if he pulls a gun from a bag I will take longer to pull one from a holster trapped next to my seat belt buckle. If he sees my gun, he may also think twice about scratching my paint with his squeegee.