When I rode the bus on occasion, I'd put my feet on the seats across from me all the time. If there was someone occupying the seat, I'd put my feet in their lap. I have a right to be comfortable.
And in the very few dealings I've had with police, when I cursed at them and angrily explained that they had no right to arrest me and that I didn't do anything, I was immediately released and apologized to for having my time wasted.
But obviously police take a different stance when dealing with minorities. Sad!