I was just thinking the same thing Tuna. It's a funny old game when it's on the other foot and they want some sort of proof.
Crazy old game this like everyone is hating on each other lately why can't we all just get along sit down by the coast and smoke some buckets and eat space raiders.
I think the situations you are refering to are abit different. In another the guy hiding a weapon knows him self he is involved and will get shot if spotted so he acts accordingly. And in your case the another guy has no idea he is about to get shot at. Dunno if im just deploying more brains into thinking of this than other people but for me its kinda clear.
don't know about that plenty of times iv just driven up to a situation only to be shot out of my car only to be told "we saw you on the darter" but when you say can you show me they cant .