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What to Do if You Get Pulled Over by Police

5/4/2015

 
By Reinhold Law Firm

If you are pulled over by police - whether or not you are driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol or in possession of an illegal substance - it is very important for you to remember these critical steps.

1. When You See Lights Behind You

Don’t start flailing around. The police officer most likely has his/her spotlight on your vehicle watching every move you make. If they feel like you’re hiding something or acting suspiciously, they may attempt to search you or your vehicle.

2. Pulling Over

Stay calm and pull over to a safe spot on the right side of the road. Make sure to use your blinker and to continue driving the speed limit.

3. Once You Stop

Come to a complete stop, take the keys out of the ignition, and stay in your vehicle. Roll down your window all the way before the officer reaches your vehicle.

If it’s dark outside, it’s a good idea to turn on your interior light so the officer can easily see you and the inside of your vehicle.

4. Speaking to the Officer

Put both hands on the wheel until you’re instructed otherwise. Don’t reach for anything until the officer asks for your information.

Never speak first. Politely answer each question with a brief response. Otherwise, remain silent. No quick movements. No small talk. No cracking jokes. Don’t admit to anything.

5. Being Searched

If the officer asks to search the vehicle, you have the right to say no, so use it. An officer can search your car with your consent or if an illegal substance or object is in plain view.

6. Stepping out of the Vehicle

If you’re asked to step out of your vehicle, calmly do so without hesitation. If you resist, you might aggravate the officer, which may lead them to suspect you’re hiding something.

7. Performing a Field Sobriety Exercise

If asked to perform field sobriety exercises, remember you are likely being videotaped, and the officer will use his/her observations of you performing the exercises to decide whether or not to make an arrest.

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