I too find this an insightful post, but that's been said before
I'm a careful person so I always keep a letter from the locksmith I study/work which states that I am a locksmith trainee with my picks.
Also for the worst case scenario I know the telephone number of a good lawyer. That's a reassuring thing to have at the back of you mind. I personally would call a lawyer immediately if the situation needed it. Better be safe than sorry, there are less understanding cops who could make a hassle of it. So if you are a hobbyist be ready to do so.
