What To Do & Say During A Police Traffic Stop? | The Pot Brothers at Law

When stopped by the police, it's essential to understand your rights and know what to do and say to protect yourself. The Pot Brothers at Law emphasize the following steps to navigate a traffic stop successfully:

Stay calm: Maintain your composure and cooperate with the officer. Your behavior can significantly impact the interaction's outcome, so remaining calm is crucial.

Pull over safely: Find a secure place to pull over, turn on your hazard lights, and park your vehicle. Turn off your engine, roll down your window, and place your hands on the steering wheel.

Be polite and respectful: Treat the officer with respect, even if you disagree with their reason for stopping you. Being confrontational can escalate the situation and potentially lead to additional problems.

Provide necessary documentation: When asked, provide your driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance. Keep these documents in an easily accessible location to avoid unnecessary delays and misunderstandings.

Exercise your right to remain silent: If the officer begins to question you about the incident or your actions, remember that you have the right to remain silent. Politely inform the officer that you wish to exercise this right. Saying anything may unintentionally incriminate you or provide evidence that can be used against you later.

Avoid consenting to a search: If the officer asks to search your vehicle, calmly and respectfully decline. You are not obligated to consent to a search unless there's probable cause or a warrant.

Record the interaction: As Marc and Craig continually emphasize, always film the police during any interaction. This recording can serve as valuable evidence to protect your rights and hold law enforcement accountable. Make sure your phone or recording device is readily available and positioned to capture the interaction.

The 25-word script: The Pot Brothers at Law have developed a 25-word script to help individuals assert their rights during a traffic stop.

Memorize and practice these words:

"Why did you pull me over? I'm not discussing my day. Am I being detained or am I free to go? If detained, I invoke the 5th." This script can help you maintain control of the situation while still exercising your rights. If arrested, remain silent and request an attorney: If you are placed under arrest, continue to exercise your right to remain silent. Do not attempt to negotiate or explain your situation. Instead, request an attorney and wait for legal representation before speaking further.

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😁REMEMBER THE SCRIPT© (25 WORDS)

~The Script© "WHY DID YOU PULL ME OVER?"

"I'M NOT DISCUSSING MY DAY"

"AM I BEING DETAINED OR AM I FREE TO GO®?"

If detained you say, "I INVOKE THE 5TH!"

Then you SHUT THE F UP™

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