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Tommy, I think when it comes down to it, if the DOJ tried to go after someone for a 2257 violation where the only part of the law broken was not being available on a particular day for a specific reason, even though it was during the stated hours on the website, they probably wouldn't have much luck with a judge and jury. Further I don't think they would risk everything to go after someone because they were not available due to non-routine circumstances, like voting, doctors appointments, etc. Probably not even a vacation.
When the IRS is investigate an individual or organization, they still make an appointment and try and do it at the tax payers convenience because later on, if they show that they tried to be accomidating and you never accomidated them, then it makes you look more like you have something to hide, So I think with a 2257 inspection, if they tried to inspect multiple times and each time you conveniently were not available, then it might appear you were dodging them and they would probably have a good case against you.
I think Linkster makes a good point though about it being very business like and I even think that will apply unless they have already have a case against you for something really damning. I think even if something seems questionable, inspections will ultimately be handled very business like.
I also think the sky is falling in mentality is a bit hysterical. I don't think that the DOJ has tens of thousands of inspectors trained and ready to go all over the country, just waiting for the word to go start knocking on doors.....which is what some people would have you believe.
P.S. I like the front Porch idea. Personally I'd put them on my back deck. Since it is in the sun all day long, they better hope it's a cloudy day or they better make sure they have plenty of sunscreen.
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