HarryWeezer Posted June 12, 2016 Member ID: 20166 Group: *** Clan Members Followers: 40 Topic Count: 611 Topics Per Day: 0.14 Content Count: 7655 Content Per Day: 1.79 Reputation: 7232 Achievement Points: 53682 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 36 Joined: 10/04/13 Status: Offline Last Seen: June 17 Birthday: 10/16/1946 Device: Windows Posted June 12, 2016 Unfortunately, the majority of Americans do not know any of their rights, especially when it comes to a traffic stop. Here is a step by step guide on how to assert your constitutional rights and deal with police during a traffic stop. 1. ALWAYS turn off your vehicle and put both hands on the steering wheel after being pulled over. Do not roll your window down more than half way to avoid the officer sticking his noise in the car and claiming he smells something. If the officer demands you roll the window down all the way it may be a good decision to do so. 2. When the officer asks “why did I pull you over,” never give up your 5th amendment right by incriminating yourself. Never say something like “I think I was speeding.” There is no need to confess anything. If you can, ask why the officer pulled you over before he asks any questions. 3. If you are ever asked to step out of the vehicle, ALWAYS roll up your window, lock your door and close it behind you. If you leave the door wide open the officer is likely to use the opportunity to search. 4. An officer has a right to give you a pat-down for safety reasons once out of the vehicle, but you should NEVER CONSENT TO A POLICE SEARCH OF YOUR VEHICLE. Whether you are inside or now standing outside of your vehicle, the first thing you should say once an officer starts asking questions is “AM I BEING DETAINED OR AM I FREE TO GO?“ 5. If the officer asks to search your vehicle your only answer should be “I DO NOT CONSENT TO ANY SEARCHES OFFICER.” The officer will do all he can to get you to waive your rights by threatening to call the K9 Unit. Despite the officer’s claims, refusing a search is NOT probable cause for the officer to search your vehicle. Unless an officer sees an illegal item in plain view or has a reasonable suspicion that there is something illegal in the car, he can’t search your vehicle. IF THEY HAVE TO ASK, THEY LIKELY DON’T HAVE PROBABLE CAUSE TO SEARCH. You have NOTHING to gain if you approve to a search. 6. No matter how much pressure an officer puts on you, continue asking “Am I being detained or am I free to go?” If the officer says your being detained, ask him what crime you have committed. If he doesn’t have an answer for you continue asking the question until you are told you are free to go. 7. Never get out of your vehicle unless instructed to do so. Never speak unless you need to. Never leave the scene until the officer grants you permission. Never touch an officer. ALWAYS film police encounters when you are able to. If an officer searches your vehicle illegally, remember all the details and file a complaint as soon as possible. hxtr 1 Awards
Morris Posted June 12, 2016 Member ID: 1942 Group: +++ COD5 Head Admin Followers: 21 Topic Count: 144 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 1437 Content Per Day: 0.27 Reputation: 910 Achievement Points: 10945 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 10/31/10 Status: Offline Last Seen: June 1 Birthday: 09/21/1965 Device: Windows Posted June 12, 2016 Truly shocking .......... Awards
LightHammer02 Posted June 17, 2016 Member ID: 22608 Group: **- Inactive Registered Users Followers: 1 Topic Count: 39 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 410 Content Per Day: 0.11 Reputation: 263 Achievement Points: 6027 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 06/01/15 Status: Offline Last Seen: July 16, 2018 Birthday: 10/23/1983 Posted June 17, 2016 So, having gone through the police academy, been on countless ride-alongs and heard a number of stories from LEO friends... a cops job is NOT easy! I've lost friends in the line of duty... It takes a few bad apples to make the reSr look like shit hxtr 1
hxtr Posted June 17, 2016 Member ID: 220 Group: **- Inactive Registered Users Followers: 147 Topic Count: 595 Topics Per Day: 0.10 Content Count: 16950 Content Per Day: 2.94 Reputation: 13538 Achievement Points: 129714 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 120 Joined: 09/04/09 Status: Offline Last Seen: October 26, 2023 Birthday: 04/05/1970 Posted June 17, 2016 No it is not an easy job for them... why I try and be a polite a possible.
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