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Traffic Stop Do's and Dont's

Here's a list of ideas to keep in mind during a traffic stop.

By Lawrence Black

This article will teach you what to do once you've been pulled over. I can't begin to tell you how valuable your time is here because you only have a few seconds to carry out your mission.

Mission?

Yes, your mission. Your mission is a simple one.

  • You must avoid the ticket.
  • You must increase your chance of beating it in court just in case you are given a ticket.

These two should be the only thing on your mind.

Forget about the fact that you're now late for work, or late to school, or that your wife is going to chew you out. You can deal with all those things once you're done.

Now, you have a potential financial crisis that you have to avoid. The clock is ticking, so there is no time to waste.

Here's some traffic stop advice to keep in mind:

  • Never ask the officer, "What's the problem?" Especially don't ask this stupid question if you've been caught speeding 60 mph in 25 mph zone. You know what the problem is. He knows what the problem is. Don't act stupid.
  • Always keep that smile. I know it's hard to smile at someone who is trying to hurt you financially. But, by smiling you are doing three things:
    1. Lowering his fears
    2. Greeting him warmly and cordially
    3. Not showing dissatisfaction for being pulled over.
  • If the officer asks you for something, get it! Don't be confrontational by asking him 'why'. Also, don't reach for things too quickly. Use delicate, less jerky moves.
  • When he does ask you for something, always let him know where it is. If you have to go to your glove compartment to retrieve your license, let him know of your actions beforehand. It can save a lot of uneasiness for the police officer, which definitely works in your favor.

Don't get intimidated

Anyone with a gun is an intimidating figure to say the least. A police officer is no exception and has perfected the art of intimidation. He will use his authority and status to shake you up a bit.

They are trained to be stern, aggressive, and commanding. This accomplishes the act of keeping you at bay and the officer in control.

Here are some common intimidation tactics the officer may use:

  • Aggressive behavior
  • Loud tone of voice
  • Glaring stare
  • Demanding you to do something. NOW!
  • Not smiling or laughing
  • Stern attitude

If you can manage not to be influenced by the officer's intimidating demeanor, your mind will be in a better position to thwart his efforts in trying to give him a reason to write the ticket.

One way to accomplish this is to be prepared. Accept the fact that the officer will use hard-lined procedures during the traffic stop. Like a child who is about to be spanked, just brace yourself and expect the worst.

It won't have the same effect when you are ready for it.

By far, an officer's favorite way to use intimidation is through eye contact. A glaring and intense stare is a powerful tool that can render a person submissive. Never try to compete with the officer by getting in a staring match. You will lose!

One way to offset the officer's stares is to focus in-between his eyes right above the bridge of the nose. This creates the illusion that you are staring into his mind - right past his eyes. This will have tremendous effect and make him ease off a little bit, which brings me to my next point.

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