5 Things To Do When The Police Pull You Over

[@Dunwoody01]

I was 100% onboard with your discussion ... until you said the police officer probably knows your rights better than you do ... I'm 73 years old, white, upper middle class (zero criminal record) and like to think I'm about as nice a guy as you will find, but I'm convinced that the present day police officer doesn't know nearly enough about our rights. While my interaction with the police has been minimal ... one traffic ticket in the last 30 years (about 6 years ago) and one home invasion theft, (about 8 months ago) in both cases the officers were dismissive and rude. In fact, the one on the home invasion told me I was wrong when i informed him the thief was using a stolen credit card at a Walmart 30 miles away, saying it couldn't be, since they were still at the scene at my home. He was in the process of telling my wife to go search our home for where she may have left her stolen purse. I explained to him that it took them 30 minutes to arrive at the scene and they had been there another 30 minutes and he got very huffy. So I let him speak with the bank card representative that I had called to report the stolen card, who told me the card was being used right then, and where it was being used. Even then he refused to call the next jurisdiction to ask them to go to the Walmart, saying he would report the use of the card to his detective. I hate to think what would have happened in either case if I were not a senior citizen and white. We need much better training of our police officers. I understand they often deal with the dregs of society, and I understand they can be exposed to dangerous situations, but they MUST do better with their communications with the public. I would have preferred that you explain that the officer will LIKELY be rude and demanding, and you should still comply while gathering the evidence to support yourself in court, if necessary. While you did speak to your day in court, I think you should prepare people for very aggressive law enforcement. People need to be aware of what they will likely be subjected to, when coming into contact with the police we have to deal with today. I carry always, and I'm absolutely sure I'd have been in cuffs if they knew. Luckily, I live in a State that doesn't require me to inform, and I'm properly permitted. By the way, I really enjoy your channel, and never miss one of your uploads. This is the first time I've disagreed, and only then with this one small part of your video. I also agree with the commenter who said it is important to video or dashcam your interaction with any police. Finally, never enter into any discussion with the officer, remember EVERYTHING YOU SAY CAN AND WILL BE USED AGAINST YOU! Other than my diatribe, (sorry), I truly appreciate Law Enforcement, it is a thankless job, that some do very well. And I thank those that do the job properly for their service.

[@leokelly359]

it is mainly just todays cops back when i was a reserve/ part time deputy in early 90's to 1999. it was much different my family was involved in law enforcement. I think personally it is this generation. being cocky and the i have a badge and a gun attitude

[@dys3945]

And then there is a cop in Danbury who violated a citizens 1st and 4th amendment rights and got caught on body cam talking to his coworker stating “5 years ago that guy would be on the ground and 20 years ago he’d be dead.” …whose generation would he belong to?

[@dontewashington3250]

The problem is that 75% of cops only know how to do the job they’re assigned to. Patrol does patrol, major crimes does major crimes, and so on. Every agency has specialized units but the majority of officers get stuck in patrol and never get the experience or training to handle complex, multi jurisdictional crimes on the fly.

[@saltysaty8686]

This needs to be emphasized more than it is. Anything you say and do can and will be used AGAINST you, it will not be used in your defense.

[@dontewashington3250]

@Tom Gulbranson I suppose that is entirely dependent on the size and politics within the agency. You know there is no shortage of LEO that don’t know their A from a hole in the ground and they will push a cruiser until they retire, quit, or get relieved.

[@codyway7424]

One important thing that you left out was to run a dashcam or other means to record the interaction. If you do dispute the infraction, unless you have video evidence, the court will take the cops word over yours every time.

[@NotVeryUwU]

Most cops have dash and body cam rolling during every stop. Its a requirement in most departments.

[@codyway7424]

@@NotVeryUwU yes, but their video can be difficult to obtain, especially if they know the cop has done something wrong

[@johncox2865]

@@NotVeryUwU that doesn’t mean you or your lawyer will have free and unfettered access to the video. Cops lie about stuff all the time. They are ALLOWED to lie to you.

[@HarrisonCountyStudio]

@@NotVeryUwU they will lie and claim it was not working.

[@yussefhyman7311]

@@NotVeryUwU But that's their video, that you may have to fight for if there's anything they don't like on it. They can't deny you your own video. They can't erase your video. They can't edit your video

[@glocknines]

contrary to what you just said, and even though i agree with the majority of what you have said on this channel. The statement you made regarding officers know your rights better than you could not be further from the truth. The majority DO NOT and constantly violate peoples constitutional rights all the time. Usually superiors have to put their cops in check but sadly most think they can just do what they want and that your rights dont exist.

[@yussefhyman7311]

They know enough about your rights to get around them to get what they want/need.

[@rayrojas5185]

I agree with you 100% Joe Jr.. I've witnessed too many video on KZbin where the LEO tried to negate a citizens constitutional right by being a bully instead of being level minded and civil.

[@glocknines]

@Tom Gulbranson see comments like that asking “and your evidence for that is” is part of the of the problem in itself ..it means you are either extremely naïve, or a police officer that naturally would question any statement made, weather true or false rather than own it…or that it sheds a bad light on your profession as a natural defensive reflex, or was offended for one reason or another ..your evidence ? Well for starters ..my first hand experience over the course of last 22 years that spanned over 5 different states I’ve lived in or been assigned to…the fact you can literally go on this same amazing platform called KZbin and see for yourself TONS and a TONS of law enforcement personnel blatantly violating people’s rights, weather they are even aware they are doing it or not. The sad and scary part is..the fact that we entrust these folks to uphold and enforce the laws that they themselves aren’t well versed in makes it all the worst This does not go for all or course ..I know some outstanding law enforcement folks in various agencies..me being one

[@glocknines]

@Tom Gulbranson present it how exactly ? Lol And here for that matter? ..it’s the same thing as me asking YOU to prove it wrong. YOU CANT! Asking a tall order like that you know as well as any logical person for that matter, knows can’t be filled in it’s current state sets a layup for you “knowing I was going to say that” disguised denial bud

[@glocknines]

@Tom Gulbranson again with your “where’s your evidence” the only deflection and denial from reality is your questioning of evidence in itself…what combination of words can one put here to suffice as evident ..smh You either live under a rock, sheltered, or just flat out brainwashed. How about this, rather than you ask a question that’s impossible to answer on the comment section of youtube because my “deflection” question can’t be answered by you, otherwise just think the satisfaction you would get by proving me wrong which again I say, you can’t Here’s a homework assignment for you Ask people you encounter on a daily basis for the next 7 days Tally em up..and you tell me..how many would burst your little unrealistic bubble

[@TexasScout]

Do you know it’s interesting, when I first started driving in 1970, it was a courtesy when you got pulled over to get out and stand beside your car now they’ll draw down on you if you try and do something like that

[@larryreinke6136]

That was in a different place, a different time, and different world, sad.

[@RdeneckTech]

Given the the state of how children are raised (or lack there of) in the last 40 years, no one can be given trust anymore. Respect is typically given until a person proves that they no longer deserve that respect. Trust, however, has now been forced for one to prove. For good reason, unfortunately. It truly breaks my heart that the fabric of societal interaction today is heavily influenced by videos and songs about disrespecting one type of person or another based off of their profession or how they look. Even sadder is the fact that a book can be judged by its cover more often than not in today's age, but one may be slanderized or put to the fire by society if they are to call out the precursors based off of looks or the demeanor of another person. It seems as though, we can no longer go with our gut instinct without being ridiculed or ostracized by the community.

[@RdeneckTech]

@@berniedmj1 preach! You nailed it my friend. Cheers from Texas

[@RdeneckTech]

@@berniedmj1 Texans welcome Californians with open arms. All we ask is that folks don't vote for the same type of legislation that made the beautiful state of California so ugly, expensive, and anything that attempts to restrict anyone's freedoms. I hope you get the opportunity to become a Texan, but no matter what, You are an American Patriot in my eyes and I would be proud to stand by your side in defense of freedom and the constitution of this great nation. Do you have a specific city/region of Texas in mind? There are vast differences in weather and topography here.

[@Badbri2A]

Yep that was the way it was..

[@georgegeller1902]

Cop: Do you know why I'm pulling you over? Me: Because you failed the test to become a firefighter.

[@Hiflier35thCAG]

Thats a ticket for sure.... lol😂

[@deanhockenberry9268]

Never ask if the baby faced officer is even old enough to shave. Guaranteed citation!

[@stevenstehling]

You guys joke about it, but getting a ticket because a cop feels insulted is corruption. Cops do not have a right to respect, but you have a right to free speech. Enacting government violence upon an individual because they are exercising a right is abhorrent. And a citation is government violence. Don't pay that ticket or ignore the court date and they'll visit you with guns.

[@Rickinsf]

That's a trick question to get the driver to admit wrongdoing.

[@stevenstehling]

@Tom Gulbranson If a cop chooses to give a ticket or not based upon whether the person showed the respect the officer believes they are owed, then that officer is corrupt. The law should be applied impartially and the feelings of the officer NEVER matter. They are expected and have sworn to behave professionally. It is not the duty of the person being detained to calm or appease the emotions of an officer. If an officer can't perform their duties impartially even while someone is extremely rude to them, then they shouldn't be a cop. Too bad, so sad. Not everyone is suited for every job. All of society and the welfare of the good cops would be drastically improved by dismissing all of the officers that can't control their ego. It is better to have fewer cops than to have those incompetent people abusing government authority.

[@lawrencegenereux8567]

I had a recent stop by a police officer due to an expired inspection sticker. He was very professional and a really decent guy. He gave me a "get it fixed" document which cost me nothing but the money to get the car inspected. We have had the opportunity to talk since then. In addition to being a really good police officer, he is an officer in the Army Reserve. He is willing to put his life on the line in two occupations, both for the safety of civilians. I am proud to call this man a friend. A good cop, a good soldier, and a good man. We need more people like him in our country.

[@frankwhitson2191]

One of the exceptions !!!

[@jeffchristie-od5gu]

Civilian peace officers are civilians

[@Nothingtoya]

Just 1 thing, from the thousands of videos online, it's unlikely the cop knows your rights better than you do.

[@Trashman702]

Well it’s a cop saying this.

[@user-do6gr5ww5e]

Thousands of videos out of millions of daily police interactions

[@grillfire999]

Do they know my rights when executing a red flag law?🤔

[@stonep11]

@@user-do6gr5ww5e yeah, the moment it isn’t just someone doing whatever the cops say regardless of the cop being right/wrong, the cops usually fail to know what to do. It’s easy for a stop to go right when the cop pulls over someone and just admits what they may have done, let’s the cop search the car for no reason, gives the cop their social security number, phone number, place of employment, etc. (when they never have to), and in general relents to anything and everything the cop says. An untrained 12 year old could successfully run that stop. It’s when someone refused to let the cop search their car, won’t confirm if their address is correct on their ID or not, won’t ADMIT to speeding or whatever, or (and this is liable to get you killed) decides they don’t want to roll their window all the way down. Those stops are the ones where cops feel their ego take a hit because they are not obeyed like a god and they lash out.

[@mauricetaggart5920]

Right! If that was true. They wouldn’t have that many cases against them

[@Bbygrlt]

I was recently pulled over for speeding while carrying. At that moment it was required for me to inform the officer of my ccw and firearm. I did that as soon as he introduced himself. He asked where it was and I answered. When he asked for my license I told him, it's in my purse down on the floor. He told me to get it so I did. Before he asked the "know why I pulled you over" question, I told him I was speeding. He looked surprised. We talked about the constitutional carry that was going into effect in 5 days. He gave me a verbal warning instead of a ticket. Pleasant exchange. Did everything you mentioned here

[@BUZZKILL59able]

It’s been my experience after driving a truck for many years that if you’re pleasant and courteous they will be too,if you’re a jerk however,they will show you what a real jerk looks like and it can get expensive!

[@OMG_No_Way]

Same.

[@alpaphoenix3252]

@@BUZZKILL59able You can only speak for yourself.

[@BUZZKILL59able]

@@alpaphoenix3252 Hence the words “it’s been my experience…” reading is fundamental!(at least it used to be!)

[@Frankie5Angels150]

WRONG!!! You confessed to speeding!

[@wandrinyew]

I've gotten by pretty well with these two maxims: 1) Every Ford Explorer is a cop. 2) Every car you meet while driving at night, is a cop. I do not live in a concealed carry friendly state, but my dad was former military police. I get the drill.

[@drengillespie]

These people are not your friend. You fight them in court. You can’t talk yourself out of a ticket. You can talk yourself into handcuffs.

[@LTVegas-vf6km]

I guess my Fourth Grade class was misinformed when a police officer came to our classroom and told us he was in fact our friend.🤪

[@j.cardenas6946]

@@LTVegas-vf6km

[@olysean92]

I have been reprimanded for not having my papers ready before he got to the window. I have been reprimanded for not immediately pulling over on an icy 2 lane bridge with no shoulder. Trying to keep LE safe while they're policing for profit just angers them further.

[@silverwings21]

0:24 Then they should stop doing traffic stops. 0:46 Just as "We The People" don't know the intentions of the cop pulling us over. 0:52 "Officer safety?" what about our safety? I thought the point of a police force was for "We The Peoples'" safety? That right there, a police force loses its purpose and must be abolished. 0:58 They are expecting the worst? So, we are all guilty until proven innocent? I seen how that plays out in Soviet Russia. Now, I don't want to hear any complaints from cops when "We The People" expect the worst from cops. 1:27 Yeah, and a lot of cops are sociopaths; that works both ways. 1:52 Ha! when a cop wants you to stop, they mean "NOW!", don't question their authority. Remember when that Arkansas cop pit-maneuvered the pregnant ladies' car and it flipped over? Or the Florida cop flipped out and pulled a gun on the black lady who didn't stop immediately? 2:14 Wow! Cops willing to murder people over money. For "We The Peoples'" safety, we need to abolish traffic stops since they are unsafe. 2:34 Yeah, sure, be polite to the thief so he doesn't escalate it into a murder. There is aways the 3rd option, the way Andrew Brannan dealt with that traffic stop with Kyle Dinkheller, if every traffic stop ended that way, we wouldn't have to worry about these terrorists anymore. 2:54 My dad does that, he's getting senile, he does what he thinks is right, but you're saying it's ok for the cops to murder my dad for getting the license & registration out of the glove box before a cop says so? 3:10 Ha, a lot of people do this and still get beaten by cops, as the cops shout "STOP RESISTING!" that's their magic word to beat on anyone they want. You think cops are reasonable beings? They are unreasonable, and unreasonable things can only be dealt with by unreasonable means, remember that kids. 3:45 I still wouldn't tell a cop I had a gun, they flip out when someone has as much power or more than them, they are an egotistical bunch. Remember Philando Castile getting murder trying to show the cop his CCW permit? 4:44 Yeah, go to court, waste your time and money, and nothing happens to the cop. And people say a civil war is coming here, wonder why? 5:01 The whole purpose of this government is to protect peoples' rights, if that isn't the case, then it's time to "alter or abolish" this government as it says in the Declaration Of Independence. Have you seen the all the video traffic stops where pretty much none of the cops know what peoples' rights are? A good example is they arrested that lady lawyer at a traffic stop for not speaking at all, so much for "You have the right to remain silent". And if the police do know more about rights then we do, then they are evil and intentional violating them. 5:10 Sue the police department, that's a good one, they have qualified immunity. Tyranny is what I call it. And if suing is successful, where does the money come from, taxpayers, not from the cop's paycheck. 5:29 bullshiytacop does want to be on the traffic stop, they get their jollies harassing people and in the hopes of escalating the situation to assault innocent people or even get to kill them, otherwise they wouldn't have gotten a job as a cop. 5:40 Of course, the police determine the level of force, all they have to do is shout "STOP RESISTING" to beat anyone's head in. 5:54 Remember, the general public deals with the worst people on the planet, they are call police. 6:12 Push the officer around? What is this high school? Well, that's what the smart bullies do after school, join the police. 6:39 Well, when you take a job where you aggressively go out into the public carrying that gun, they need to be held to a WAY HIGHER standard than anyone else. So don't give me that "Cops are people too"; too many INNOCENT people have been murdered by cops because of the low standards and leeway you want to give them. If they are not up to the task, then they must quit. I don't need to be murdered like Philando Castile, that's how I see getting myself getting killed by a cop. 7:12 I don't believe you, of course they are out to get me, as well as everyone else. I remember hearing a story where the chief of police tells his guys don't come back until that ticket book is empty; the police are nothing more than a racket and are unconstitutional. The supreme court also reaffirms their uselessness multiple times, the police have zero duty to protect anyone, thus losing it's supposed purpose, at least what I'm told. Thus, they must be abolished, they cause more harm than good. Now, I know the 1st thing people aways say is "What are you gonna do without the police?" Well, what did everyone do without the police before 1835? Arm yourself, like Kyle Rittenhouse, that's why we have a 2nd Amendment. Somebody hits you, hit them back; they try to shoot you, shoot back. All a cop does is get in the way of justice, like a special needs child. Remember the usefulness of the police at Uvalde.

[@cratedog64]

I've noticed that veteran officers are more likely to be more cordial with you. Rookies are almost ALWAYS filled with attitude and superiority complexes because they believe they have power over you. They're also more likely to try to bait you into a trap to justify an arrest.

[@jeffreyhowll1392]

Here in Arizona they will neither identify themselves or tell you why you have been stopped. Asking any questions at all will find you removed from the vehicle and placed in handcuffs - "for officer safety"...

[@Frankie5Angels150]

Do they „Sieg Heil” too? That’s some Gestapo $hit right there!

[@SnerMerNer]

All police are terrorists by trade

[@Hash_Zeppelin]

Fascist pigs.

[@j.cardenas6946]

jajaja

[@Paul-pv1vj]

No it wont..

[@poolhub89]

1) Cops are "direct"...we are "rude" ok thanks for the govt bootlicker advice. If the cop is rude, they have earned being rude to them. 2) "Cops are ppl too", how about the cops take that advice as well WE are ppl and suffer those same stresses.

[@yussefhyman7311]

This really was a horrible video. Not even for the advice on what to do, but the justifications for why you need to do it, and that it's all ok. It's like we are here to serve the police, instead of the other way around

[@masterofreality230]

Yea, hard to believe he did not have boot polish all over his face.

[@MrTee12]

*The police cam YT channels have given us limitless examples of traffic stops. Yet, the Outcomes are a Mixed Bag of Results.* 1. I've seen people cuss cops and demand their rights and nothing happened to them. Then I've seen some people get pulled out of their cars and roughed up or worse. 2. I've seen people "comply" and get off with a ticket and sent on their way, and others get shot/killed. 3. I've seen cops who were very professional and get killed. 4. I've seen overly aggressive cops "in fear of their life" overreact and kill. 5. I've seen licensed citizens get harassed and some go home without an issue. My advice for anyone is...MAKE IT HOME in 1 piece and fight any issues in Court with a Great Lawyer.

[@stevenstehling]

It's such a mixed bag because the process in which we select and train officers is broken. It doesn't eliminate the people that should never have that authority and frequently officers are given instructions that blatantly violate rights. Some cops actually know the law, rights and respect individual liberty and due process, but a lot of them think that if you don't show them the respect they think they deserve that they can enact their own justice. Since the system doesn't do anything about these bad cops and procedures, no one should trust any cop at any time. Its best to assume that you're dealing with an incompetent bully and act accordingly.

[@rangersmith4652]

When a KZbinr records a traffic stop, and nothing goes wrong, does he post that video? Maybe, but you can bet if something does go wrong, he'll post that video with a click-bait title.

[@MrTee12]

@@rangersmith4652 I can see that being a thing. Clickbait gets the Views. But I've also seen some people post "How to Act when pulled over with a Firearm" videos for Informational/Educational purposes. IMO, we just need to all be leveled-headed and use logic. Nothing worth dying for.

[@stevenstehling]

@@rangersmith4652 There are people that go around doing completely lawful things that they know will result in the police showing up. When they do show up, the police frequently behave improperly. It is not a minority of police. These interactions are easy to trigger and predict because bad policies, bad training and bad cops are a pervasive and common problem.

[@JosephSprowls]

Bravo. As a retired LEO I will add this: whether or not you have a duty to divulge your status as a concealed permit holder, doing so paints you as less threatening and tells that office immediately that you are probably one of the “good guys”. He breathes easier and you do as well.

[@wvpolekat]

And then they use it as a reason to turn it into a shakedown. Plenty of evidence that this occurs.

[@dobyreid7537]

What about the guy that was shot and killed by a cop after letting him know he was a permit holder

[@wishmire33]

Or more likely it will get you killed...as soon as the phrase "gun" is spoken...your most likely dead.

[@thomaspavelko9412]

It's a real damn shame that we have to act like like that when you get pulled over for something as simple as a traffic ticket anymore. I remember back in the days when the police officers first reaction was not to kill somebody

[@kylerichards2270]

I recently purchased a visor attachment were I keep my Registration and Insurance (It also has a spot where I put my wallet which has my license). This way my hands go from the steering wheel up to my visor to grab everything I need during a traffic stop. No further movement required. Never plead your case with a officer, always with your lawyer and the courts.

[@joeldriver3971]

I think everybody should write 3 things down on an index card for any time you ever have any interaction with any sort of law enforcement. 1) I remain silent 2) I do not consent to any searches 3) I want a lawyer Then have your driver's license, insurance and registration ready to hand to them and just sit there and say absolutely nothing. If they ask you to get out of the car you have to but again, say nothing. There is literally not one single thing they can say or do about it. Not one good thing has ever come from answering questions from a cop or trooper.

[@stevenstehling]

Exactly. A cop that has pulled you over has already decided that they have cause to ticket or arrest you. Give them nothing more. What you might think is insignificant might be used by that cop to conduct a search and seize your property. You may never get it back, even if you're never charged with a crime. Look up Civil Asset Forfeiture. Do not answer questions.

[@mehardin]

You must like getting tickets. An officer has discretion to give you a warning or a citation. Your "say absolutely nothing" strategy pretty much guarantees he'll choose the citation. That "say absolutely nothing" strategy is wonderful if you are about to get arrested, but if an officer is deciding whether to give you a warning or a ticket, it's a loser.

[@stevenstehling]

@@mehardin You make the mistake of believing that the cop is only after enforcing a traffic citation. We live under a system in which the FBI facilitates the unlawful search and seizure of property of innocent people that are never even charged with a crime. All levels of government are incompetent when it comes to balancing their budget, so they are always chasing the opportunity for revenue. This has created a terrible incentive for police to not just issue tickets but to abuse Civil Asset Forfeiture. Go ahead and run your mouth with a cop during a traffic stop because you think at worst you'll get a fine for speeding and you're otherwise innocent. Well being innocent is irrelevant. They can and do get away with seizing property without you ever being charged or them having to prove anything to a judge. You will have to file a civil lawsuit against them and that requires hiring a lawyer. They know more often than not that people won't know enough to hire a lawyer or have the money to do so. The police are not your friends. They work for politicians and will do what those politicians will tell them to do. If you doubt that, you need to refresh your memory about the covid lockdowns. Cops were enforcing even the most asinine orders.

[@gohmchin]

Too much bootlicking and double standards.

[@MrGert150]

Police officers knowing rights? I don’t know about that…

[@whitefiddle]

Next he'll tell you you're being stopped by Officer Friendly.

[@r2d141]

At 59, I barely heard advice at all like this in the last couple of years. All drivers need this information. On my hog, I startled a CHP when I reached into my vest for my registration and insurance. In college, a buddy got pulled over, grabbed his registration from the glove vox and jumped out to give it to the officer. I closed my eyes waiting for the shooting that didn't happen. Thank you for the detailed advice and explanation.

[@ScrappyXFL]

I grab my wallet before I get it in park (I don't ride) and put it on the dash. Registration and proof of insurance is on the driver's visor. 😂Dad's old school, he got out the car to meet the officer with everything needed. He knew he was speeding. The deputy put his hand on his pistol and yelled "GET BACK IN THE CAR". Dad did a u-turn and did what he was told 🤣I'm younger than you by just a bit and I remember twice getting out of the car and going to them

[@FuriousFred-pc2er]

very good information Sir. I'm in Australia where only farmers and police have guns but your advice is correct. 1 time i got stopped for drinking in public, I was respectful, he could have given me a $300 ticket but because I showed respect and compliance, he let me off with a warning. Police, fireman, nurses and ambulance all deserve our respect. I like your info Sir, may common sense prevail.

[@henrylong573]

Nobody on the planet DESERVES respect. It's something that is earned.

[@tomg3903]

I keep copies of Registration, Ins cars, CCW permit and Drivers license in an envelope on my Sun visor, can hand that to the officer instead of digging for them all. And I have never been stopped.

[@prdamerican667]

I had the misfortune of being pulled over in Twin Falls, ID last month while speeding through a school zone. No excuses. The officer, I wish I knew his name, was a very professional young man. I pulled over, put my hazards on and waited. Hands were on the wheel. Everything went smoothly. Well, except for trying to open the Insurance app on my phone. Anyway, I admitted to my error right away, he asked where we were headed. I told him we were going to Salt Lake to fly back to New Jersey. At that point I think he just felt sorry for us. Gave me a warning and a little joke and sent us on our way. Very professional, relaxed once he saw no red flags and courteous. And this is what happens when you cooperate with the police.

[@sw417]

Where you are going isn't their business, but whatever works for you.

[@lebullee8815]

Another recommendation is that if you can obtain a dash cam you absolutely should one not only for police interactions but also for potential insurance purposes if you're ever in an accident and the other driver or even your own insurance company tries find ways to consider you at fault in order to not pay out your claim

[@mr.privacy13]

Good start Kevin, but you missed a few things. I have A LOT of experience with being pulled over and this has worked for me to reduce write-ups at the stop or at the courthouse. I do this every time I drive. I look at a traffic stop as a professional business transaction. Do NOT treat this as a criminal matter… Just be professional, efficient and keep the conversation simple (for the most part). When police officers approach your car, they have lots of information about you before they get out; however, they have other questions as well. This procedure answers most of their legally authorized questions. This is good for a person who is NOT drinking or a fugitive… If that is the case, hire an attorney to help prep you for a traffic stop in your state. This is not legal advice. Seek the advice of a licensed attorney in your area for more information. 1. Familiarize yourself with your state’s laws (sobriety test is not required where I’m located for example and a person’s vehicle is an extension of their home respective of firearms). When I drive someone else's car, I make them pull out their insurance/registration info for me BEFORE or as we leave. 2. Have your wallet out of pocket/purse (especially when driving at night). It's a habit for me to this day. Have CURRENT HARD COPIES of your insurance card and registration in the visor (car wallets and zip lock bag). In my wallet, I have a special place for license, permits and insurance card ready. 3. Pull over, turn off the car, take the keys out and put on the dash, roll down the windows at least half way and turn on the dome light. 4. Grab your wallet and get your license, hard copy of insurance, gun permit if required and registration in your hand. At this point, about 35 seconds has elapsed… The police officer is still in his car… You have all legally required paperwork ready… This is a huge deal… You are in control to some degree. 5. When the officer approaches… Be professional, hand him/her your info and greet them professionally with a smile (Do not try to be charming). As Kevin suggests, some states obligate you to notify them. The permit card is notifying them initially. You may want to express it verbally after the greeting. 6. DO NOT engage in a conversation… Just be cool and remember “less is more”… At this point, whether it is a requirement or courtesy for firearms notification, it becomes a dicey situation. Whenever you speak to an officer, you create “probable cause statements”… Whether you offer the courtesy is your decision based on your legal research and that of counsel. 7. Be prepared to know your rights and what to say if the officer starts “fishing”… There are lots of tricks to respond… but be ready to invoke all of your constitutional rights - talk to an attorney in your state as to what is required and what to say. Do this is in advance if you are unsure. 8. Be ready to accept the arrest or ticket. The judge is where you argue your points… If you do that and act like a professional citizen, most officers will treat you accordingly. They can’t do much to you when you have complied in writing what is legally required and if you one shuts his or her mouth. This based on my experience… Works every time. I don’t get messed with and hardly get tickets. When I do, it’s always reduced or thrown out…

[@terryjohnson7196]

Kevin! You are describing what a law-abiding citizen should do, however, if a CORRUPT, CROOKED COP does the stop, WOE!!!

[@millercmdn6805]

This is bogus, because they all have quotas to meet so they will initiate traffic stops so let’s not make it seem like they don’t want to be at a traffic stop as much as we don’t

[@chuckster243]

Those "quotas" aren't really mandated like "piecework" they're really low, there really aren't any consequences if they're not met either. If you truly believe you're being stopped to make quota, chances are 999,999 times out of a million, you're wrong.

[@mook528]

What you are basically telling all of us is that if we are stopped by police, we all should conduct ourselves as if this is some felony stop, turn all the lights on, roll all windows down, hands on top of the wheel, don't move, don't speak. This is BS and we shouldn't have to act as if we've just been pulled over after a high speed chase. I'm surprise you didn't tell us to exit the car and lay face down on the pavement, hands spread apart. I usually keep my papers in the visor and many cops take their sweet time approaching so I'm getting my papers out IDC why you stopped me because I know you're gonna ask for them, there is nothing criminal or suspicious about doing that. Also I'll roll my driver's side window down and If its dark I'll hit the dome light so you can see and also so I can see. But I'm not rolling all four windows down, that's just inviting them to be extra intrusive and they can see cookie crumbs and thinks that's drugs. And I'm DEFINATELY NOT keeping my hands on top of the steering wheel like I'm some dangerous criminal. Sorry.

[@randy4216]

I remember in 80's and 90's when Police Officers used to come to High School Drivers Ed class and demonstrate traffic stops nice informative video for this Generation.👍👍

[@wayneblue5370]

Back then every pickup in my school had a rifle in the back glass and no one cared, or was afraid. Oh the good old days

[@ScrappyXFL]

Yea, it was either local po-po or deputies Randy. Dad was a cop for a bit and taught me to walk to the cruiser, hands shown with all the stuff for him to write you a ticket 😂

[@ScrappyXFL]

@@wayneblue5370 Yea, over 3 decades ago I walked to the officer's vehicle with every thing he needed to write me a ticket. One was a warning, nice sunny day. The other was real speeding ticket for 7 over and it was raining. Both times I just leaned on the front fender with arms crossed, I was soaked on the second (I think he took his time on purpose 🤬) A lot has changed.

[@wayneblue5370]

@@ScrappyXFL My mom And stepdad were both police officers when I was younger and it is nothing like it was back then. That was before they were afraid of their own shadow

[@lordkreigs1978]

Remember this as well people, when you think you didn’t do anything wrong that may be 100% correct. I have made traffic stops to warn an individual of a mechanical defect that they seem to be unaware of. Their brakes were smoking because they forgot to fully disengage the parking brake. They had a tire going down flat and we’re unaware of that. Very often that dealt with them pulling a trailer, and the trailer tire had exploded and thrown chunks of rubber and they were riding on the rim or nearly on the rim. Their vehicle was leaking fluids usually it was radiator but occasionally it was some type of oil.

[@DarlingEbony]

In recent months, we saw an Army Lt. pepper sprayed by cops when he put on his flashers and slowed down to go to a well-lit area. We have seen a pregnant woman dragged out of her car and had a gun pulled on her for going to a well-lit area. What you are talking about is what SHOULD happen, it is not what happens to a HUGE swath of folks in this country. Create more good cops and we might believe that this is how it is going to go.

[@johncannon3593]

I was pulled over for speeding a few years ago, and instead of pulling over on the road where I was tagged on, I pulled off on a side road (not much farther). I did so because the main road is extremely busy with no shoulder, and I knew the side road would be much safer for them. Know that I am in Massachusetts, where they are informed by the system as soon as they run your license plate that you have a CCW. The officer was at a high state of alert and his commands/requests were made fairly aggressively, inlcuding asking why I pulled onto the side street and if I was carrying. Once I informed him WHY I used the side street (for his safety) and that I wasn't armed (MA is a required disclosure state IF ASKED), his demeanor changed substantially. My veteran tags resulted in a pleasant conversation with him and his partner and the whole interaction ended with a verbal warning instead of a ticket when I was doing like 65 in a 30. Be nice, be polite, be cooperative (except for unwarranted searches), and you will all have a nice day.

[@swacfan2791]

The key word.... good officer. Sadly there's only a few.

[@frozenninja4030]

If you really believe that, you're a fool. Stop drinking the Kool-Aid.

[@dnah02]

Yeah some are reasonable and some just come over ready to escalate the situation.

[@DarlingEbony]

I'm so glad you said this. People act brand new like we frequently deal with officer friendly.

[@britzel71]

There's more than a few good officer's!

[@DarlingEbony]

@@britzel71 Until they get the bad officers in check, they too are bad officers.

[@Jay-kk3dv]

Ex-Police Officer Rose Valentino, "I hate this world." This is why it is best to be polite and respectful to all police officers

[@davejaech1553]

I realized at the end of the day the police officer just wants to make it home to their family. As a gun owner and CPL carrier I feel the same way. I always hang my hands out the window with all my windows down and advise the officer that I have a loaded firearm on my side. I don't move unless they asked me to and I describe it as I'm doing it in Plainview. In my opinion most officers believe everyone should own a weapon for their own protection.

[@Trashman702]

So does a garbage man. A roofer and anybody else working for a living. Stop with this cops want to go home BS

[@stoeger2012]

I was once pulled over by State Patrol of Wisconsin, every question he asked I answered honestly knowing my citations could only increase, was pulled over for speeding 17 over, improper display of registration and not wearing a seatbelt. This State Patrol Officer issued me warnings for all three and stated he did so because when he asked the question I did not lie to him and I actually thanked him and said have a safe rest of your shift. Sometimes honesty does go a long way if you still are cited, guess what you were caught.

[@AdventureSMBW]

This was good until you talked about rights. No, officers dont always know our rights. Endless youtube videos of them violating our rights prove that. Its our duty as citizens to excersize our rights in every moment, not just later in court.

[@nikosconstantopolous7942]

Ever time that I get pulled over, it turns into a comedy routine, once I hand over my DL and Concealed Carry Permit the cop knows that I have passed a background investigation. When they ask if I have a firearm in the car, the answer is, “Absolutely, I wouldn’t leave home without one 😜

[@Vet-zj5lq]

This video should be mandatory to watch before giving out drivers license to new drivers. Great job!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@BUZZKILL59able]

It should be mandatory for license renewal as well! I drove a truck for many years and never had a bad interaction with a policeman with one exception and when his supervisor showed up to check on him(he was new) he told me to have a nice evening because the rookie was wrong! Even then I was polite before the supervisor showed up and even more so after!

[@Chill-mm4pn]

​​@@BUZZKILL59able It's usually the rookies who make mistakes. Not bad mouthing anyone who's a rookie, just speaking from experience.

[@maxwellcrazycat9204]

Also a Spanish language version for those States that give Drivers licenses to illegal aliens. No habla.

[@robertchichitano3209]

I found the same thing in the state drivers manual.

[@mattbrown5511]

"Comply, or else" on a bumper sticker is a lot cheaper and just as effective.

[@cobracommander9138]

Officer Safety is more important than saving the lives of children being slaughtered.

[@djfassler]

Officer safety is horseshit. How about citizen safety when dealing with an armed gang member with state protection? And the last person who would ever know your rights is any cop. Those tools don’t even know the laws they ostensibly enforce nevermind civil rights.

[@Sduell60]

Never heard of turning on interior lights before... but I like it. Thanks, I'll do that if I ever get pulled over.

[@FluffyBunnyArsenal]

Sounds to me like in order to ensure OFFICER SAFETY, if they would pull over fewer cars for victimless infractions, it would lower their chances of being injured. So, since they operate under officer discretion, it seems as though the choice is ultimately up to the officer whether or not he places his self in danger.

[@fleatactical7390]

IKR. Some do-gooder trooper pulled me over in Wisconsin in the middle of a severe rain storm, with tornado warnings going off everywhere, IN COMPLETE DARKNESS at night, for doing (I kid you not) 5 miles over the speed limit. There he was, on the side of the road, putting both of us in danger. And all the guy ended up doing was giving me a citation! Not the brightest bulb.

[@coolsnake1134]

Definitely. Use discretion, for example if you’re an officer and you are pulling someone over in a driving rain storm because a hurricane is coming over a malfunctioning tag light at night you are putting both the motorist, yourself and other motorists in danger by doing so, after all the only purpose of a tag light on a vehicle is so that the license plate can be easily read by a police officer or camera when it’s in low light conditions.

[@coolsnake1134]

Now obviously in the same situation if the officer runs the plate and it comes back stolen or the person has warrants for a violent felony then by all means pull that vehicle over but if the only in fraction is the burned out lightbulb then it’s not worth the risk

[@fleatactical7390]

@@coolsnake1134 So... do you think police can read a license plate as the vehicle goes flying by? A pursuit is almost always necessary to capture that information, so if a pursuit is necessary, then so is the subsequent pull-over. I will posit that a car with inoperable equipment is more likely going to be driven by a criminal than a law-abiding citizen. Not always, but sometimes.

[@masterofreality230]

The fact that people doing nothing wrong at all tend to get nervous when they are near a cop should tell us something, its not about public safety, its about you paying the road pirates!

[@taclifejay]

I don't get pulled over much but when I do my back and front windows go down, and license,registration in my hands that are on the steering wheel. I just want to get it professional so I can get on with my day.

[@sauceboiii1510]

Quick and educational, I like it 👍

[@sheilalarkin1291]

I have been a licensed driver since 1965 and have NEVER had a negative interaction with the police. We have all been ticketed and the majority of us earned it. Be honest, polite and follow officers simple instructions.

[@dougdraper4892]

I've seen a few lawyer vidoes here on KZbin that say you do not have to answer any questoins and that you should not talk to poiice.

[@Salty_Balls]

The bootlickers aren't going to tell you that. They're going to say always trust the cop, even as he's beating you, sticking a Taser up your b-hole , and ventilating you for 5mph over and he's having a bad day, but knows his immunity kicks in as long as he said he was in fear.

[@St.Maurice]

Great points, however turning on all the interior lights, rolling your window down all the way could lead to plain view seizure and/or officer saying they smell marijuana-alcohol. . I’ve seen videos on KZbin that said you should roll down the window far enough to pass documents.

[@shawnmurphy605]

I haven't had a traffic ticket in 19 years, (knock on wood!), and things have changed a lot since I was young, wild and free. Respect goes a long, long way, especially these days when nobody knows what anyone else is capable of. I made it a habit of taking my car keys out of the ignition and putting them on the roof or dash of my, (very fast, LOL!), Camero Z-28. 😉 My goal these days is to not mess up my current record, but, more importantly, that if I get a ticket... that the Officer and I can laugh about it, treat each other with respect and both go home safely to our families. Stay safe! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@petierobinson]

Officer safety is coweredism... Public safety is heroism..

[@JamesSmullins]

I've had four bad encounters or at least degrees of bad. Back when I was young and dumb and smoked weed had a cop stop us slam us against the car and seize our weed, he was a ass the whole time but didn't charge us. Turns out this cop was selling weed he seized. We found out when he tried to sell some weed to someone he had previously confiscated some from and the guy shot him. He's if still alive forever in a wheelchair. Next was years later where cops in a Florida town targeted people with older cars, driving while poor was their standard reason for pulling people over. Write several bs tickets that you'd have to go to court over to fight and keep your license. Court costs were $250 win or lose and as it turned out even if they reschedule your date while your sitting in the room several times. I ended up paying over a $1,000 just in court costs and couldn't beat all tickets which then cost several hundred more. Third was one that stopped me while walking down the road, made me show my ID, explain where I was going and I wasn't in a bad area or suspected of a crime, I asked him. Last one was a cop who pulled me over for a non existent vehicle safety violation. He didn't tell me why he pulled me over, he came to the window asking if I was a felon, said he'd find out when he ran my license. Took me a week to figure out why he asked that and it was the uscca and goa stickers in my rear window. The bs reason for the stop was my tag lights weren't bright enough to to read my tag from fifty feet away. I asked several cops, and his chief and they all said no such law exists, just they have to work which they did. Four bad cops out over about double that in interactions tells me there's more than most would admit and I now assume bad unless I know the officer personally.

[@mikmik9034]

Policy, cops must shout "Stop Resisting" at all times, repeatedly, to make it clear to everyone (and recordings) that the copper is having problems with the "suspect". This helps in court and when the POV is released to the press. Filling quotas is more important than "civil rights", the copper must prove s/he is doing the job. No, most cops do Not have to go to court on a simple citation. Some cops don't care if your ticket is tossed, as long as you had to hire an attorney (that is fine enough) for them. Yes, use your device to record what is going on. While the cop has a body camera, it is near impossible to get to see it without a court order, FOI is just so much talk. Prime: Do NOT Talk, it does not help you regardless of what the authority says, it can only help them convict you.

[@Golfnut1913]

I agree with this. Except him saying the officers know our rights better than us. I find that to be false.

[@Golfnut1913]

Huh?

[@greenspiraldragon]

Hold my beer officer and whats me do a wheelie.

[@lIquIdrIgIdIty]

"The police officer knows your rights. Probably better than you do." This is the problem. Know your rights!

[@cobracommander9138]

Police know your rights and they know how to violate them. Police also know they have qualified immunity, powerful union, DA in their back pocket, familiar with judges, police chief that will back them, IA that works at the pleasure of the police chief, and a host of laws that protect police.

[@tonkaGuy888]

I was pulled over for speeding in WI, which is notorious for ticketing visiting Minnesotans. I was polite, kept my hands on the wheel, asked permission to remove my wallet from my pocket, and didn't dispute the fact that I was speeding. I apologized and told Smokie the truth, which was I didn't notice the transition from state hwy to street and change in speed limit. It was dusk in rural WI and there were no street lights. He checked that I had no priors, gave me a warning, wished us a good evening and sent us on our way. I shook his hand and thanked him.

[@gordielachance2659]

Don’t answer questions, record interaction, be alert.

[@magnoid]

It's mostly common sense, but every parent needs to have "the talk" with their kids about what to do when getting pulled over. Essentially, be respectful, calm, and place your hands on the wheel.

[@artmallory970]

Common sense isn't so common, today...

[@dustinwalker5016]

wow... summary of this advice.. (be a bootlicker and only officer safety matters not yours)

[@greentoast9125]

Showing police respect and a good attitude has gotten me out of more than a few tickets

[@frederickbehn5610]

Great advice, but man often the police will escalate a bad situation and often the police will request your ID without telling you why

[@Rocknranchman]

One more tip - roll down the windows if you have dark tint or if it’s night time so the officer can see who or what’s in the back seat area - that act alone will make him/ her feel a little more better about you!

[@BLACKWOLF-1911]

In N.Y., local, sheriff's department and state police already know by running your plate you have a concealed carry license. The only thing they don't know is which firearm your carrying that day( they have a list).

[@HarrisonCountyStudio]

N.Y. is such a sad place to live now.

[@mysterc2862]

Regardless of what your plate brings up in terms of info, they still dont know who is driving the car. It doesnt have to be the person its registered to.

[@egberthigglewonk4520]

@@mysterc2862 ..good reason to NEVER, EVER borrow someone's car no matter how much a buddy you are to them

[@mysterc2862]

@@egberthigglewonk4520 i dont borrow cars unless im renting one. Even if law enforcment know you have a conceal carry permit based on the plate at least its a lawful permit. I would hope the officer would handle the situation Professionally. you never know what his/her last call was. Just somthing to think about. Be safe out there allz, Have a good weekend

[@lindycorgey2743]

In Texas there is no list of your firearms that you carry.

[@cobracommander9138]

If you go with the mindset that cops are not out to get you that they just have a tough job and you have the opportunity to make that job just a little bit easier you could potentially open yourself up to be a victim of the police. Police are not your friend. Don't treat police as victims that need your compassion. When police ask you questions it is not friendly conversation they are asking you specific questions design to illicit a response to put you in a cage. Police are always trying to escalate the situation. Many police officers like the adrenaline rush from a traffic stop.

[@RdeneckTech]

A lot of people, in my experience in life, tend to forget that behind that badge is a person with the same problems and challenges in life as just about everybody else. That being said, they have a job to do and protocol to follow. I think you said it best, "do not fight the ticket on the side of the road, go to court and make your plea there" Cheers from Texas

[@Frankie5Angels150]

They’re also a frustrated Dirty Harry. Don’t forget that.

[@RdeneckTech]

@@Frankie5Angels150 I think you have watched too many movies sir. You are out of touch with reality. Speak with any officer in today's age. None of them talk like "Dirty Harry". I hope you wake up someday. Cheers from Texas brother

[@mattbrown5511]

If they were people, they would act like it.

[@RdeneckTech]

@@mattbrown5511 are you referring to the officer or a suspect?

[@mattbrown5511]

@@RdeneckTech Every cop, whether or not I was wrong or right, was a complete douche. So, you tell me.

[@raymond4094]

Absolutely! If for some reason you feel that a traffic stop is unjustified arguing with the officer will not change anything. Be polite and respectful! Your redress is the court system and the DA is usually reasonable.

[@bhag21]

So they can have a bad day but you can't? Cool.

[@fastsilverado]

In the early 2000s I drove an armoured car through Kansas and Missouri. I had a tight schedule to keep and speeding was almost mandatory. I got pulled over a few times. Company protocol was to get out of the vehicle since the windows did not roll down. Many of cop became very nervous when I got out with a gun on my hip. I was in uniform and always kept my hand away from my gun. Most were cool when they realized I was just following protocol. Many checked my license and let me go. None never knew my partner was in the back with their side arm on the cop.

[@dudeilligence6441]

"Yes yes no he doesn't have anything better to do right now" has me dead 😂😂 great video as always sir thank you for all you do

[@mattbrown5511]

I'm sure that department (no matter which department it is) has zero unsolved felony or misdemeanor cases to investigate. It is so important to get those super dangerous traffic violations and city ordinance violators.

[@paulschauble]

police know my rights you live in a dream world

[@ansiviewer]

Just A Thought: When stopped by Police, a crime is under investigation. When a Police Officer asks any question or request, state, “I invoke my Right to remain silent. Am I free, to go?”

[@alancranford3398]

Looking at the police officer's face while speaking is a cultural thing that tripped me up in Narita International Airport in Tokyo. I made the mistake of looking the airport police officer in the eye instead of keeping my gaze respectfully lowered. That cultural difference makes DWO (Driving While Oriental) a dangerous pastime because in Asia and the Middle East, failure to demonstrate proper respect to police is no different from assault on the officer. This causes considerable strife in American policing.

[@artmallory970]

International Ricence?

[@anthonytoscano5632]

Your talking about 50% of officers, Many bad cops don't react as described in this article Many try to intimated, and bully people right off, I'll stick to keeping my mouth shut To the man writing this article, have you seen the bad officers, STOP THAT and then I'll act respectful I give what I get

[@theresateeters0104]

I always comply and do as asked because I respect them very much for what they do, put yourself in there shoe's, I pray for there safety and have told them, I support 100%, because I even tell them there is no way now I could do what they do everyday for our safety and they have more guts to do it then I would now days. Say a prayer every day for all of you and give you Blue Ribbons when I see them anywhere. TY for doing what you do.

[@MostLawyersAndJudgesRLawless]

Wow. Definitely point of view of a police officer. Your experiences as a police officer are not the same as we who are not. Best advice. Pull over in a reasonable amt of time, and shut the hell up. Don't tell them anything, except your identity, license and insurance. Don't admit to anything, don't tell them where you're going or where you've been. Don't assume they know more about the law than you. Assume they don't. If the officer shows any attitude, ask for a supervisor. Don't ever let them into your car without a warrant. Call a lawyer if necessary. They are not your friend. They are there to make money not keep you safe. They aren't there to help you and don't have to help you. Don't let them into your home without a warrant. Ever. Never talk to them. Ever. You don't have to prove anything. They do.

[@drdozer]

So treat the officer like a scared animal, got it. 😂

[@murfdog144]

Great video. You can’t say, “Be polite to police officers” enough! You may not even get a ticket depending on your behavior….or put yourself in another situation where things can escalate.

[@afgelocal801]

If the Officers knew our right better than we do why have the courts created Qualified Immunity?

[@brucestorey917]

Exactly!

[@PanameraTSE]

I feel this should be a public announcement on the main stream media.

[@YourVegasRealtor]

I usually just pull my gun out real quick and tell him I have a permit 🤷🏼‍♂️ 😂

[@18deadmonkeys]

the last time I got pulled over (ages ago), the cop was irritated I didn't have my registration and insurance ready for him when he got to my truck window. Now I keep all my documents in the ashtray on my dash for easy and quick retrieval.

[@fleatactical7390]

Exactly, I was always taught to have it ready to present it and if necessary, grab it out of the glove box before they even get out of their car. But I see Kevin's point here. It looks suspicious. Best to let the cop be pissed off and wait for his instructions.

[@markmccarty9793]

Had an officer pull me over in a really dangerous place traffic wise. I motioned for him to follow me into a parking lot 150 yards away. He got really agitated and asked why I didn't pull over as soon as I saw the blue light! I explained that I traveled the same route every night on my way to work, traffic was dangerous for him, I pulled into the parking lot because I was concerned for his safety! He's attitude changed instantly. I had my license, proff of insurance and registration ready. He told me he appreciated my concer, my tag light was out, have a good night!

[@donwill1926]

Everyone can learn to effectively challenge the baseless claims of jurisdiction made by government at the Marc Stevens channel or through his book Government indicted.

[@ifixem9585]

Cringy video, but I'm not a police apologist. Many police officers actually DO want to pull people over, looking for a fight. It's been proven over and over.

[@ifixem9585]

@@revelationperception5370 it happens a lot unfortunately.

[@45valk]

These things were taught in my CCW class. Curtesy goes a long way.

[@TheBizeediva]

Well, in a perfect world, and if I wasn't African American, I could agree with all that you were saying. However, I think of the Black woman recently was pulled over doing all those things that you said to do when you want to stop at safe place by putting on the hazard lights, slowing down, etc. She got still got pulled out of her car, thrown to the ground and cuffed. Also I think of Philando Castillo when you said to notify the officer that you have a concealed-carry license. Doing that cost him his life because as soon as he said it the officer immediately emptied his gun on him as his girlfriend sat next to him and his 3 year-old daughter sat in the back seat. In a perfect world all that you said could be true. Unfortunately it's not true for some. Tell me how not to be afraid.

[@alpaphoenix3252]

Yes you’re right I feel the same way.

[@cobracommander9138]

This advice is for older white men and women. It might not work for blacks.

[@CallSignGino]

What should you do if the officer wants to remove your handgun and in most cases run the serial number? At least here in MD

[@forgottenrights351]

Comply. The time to fight police is in court, or when they're off duty.

[@stephenwhittier6439]

RULE #1 , do not talk to police.

[@OldBlue560]

Before I start I’m guessing… 1. You can’t stop me! 2. I pay your salary! 3. “Road pirate” 4. I didn’t do nothing 5. I don’t recognize your authority Lol, now let me watch and see how many I got right 😂

[@RL-RL]

For those that need visual training, watch "How not to get your ass kicked by the Police" by Chris Rock.

[@MM_in_Havasu]

😆😅🤣😆😅🤣😆😅🤣😂😂😂😂

[@kathleenredick275]

🤣

[@peterjeffery1854]

yes i watched the video where a pregnant woman put her hazards on drove slowly to somewhere that was safe and the cop sideswiped her car turning it over because she did not stop straight away im surprised the baby survived as when my daughter was pregnant and turned over in a car my granddaughter ended up with hearing problems a few more problems as well

[@fxdrider01]

Thanks for these videos. Very informative. One would think this stuff is common sense...except that's not so common any more. As an aside, so many refuse to believe or acknowledge any wrongdoing when they get pulled over. I can say that each ticket I've received in my 46 years of driving...I deserved. Thanks again.

[@Koyoshinkai]

Your right I always see drivers arguing about the citation & end up being arrested, tasered, or beaten up, just take the damn ticket & fight it in court.

[@jesseg7543]

Fact: Landscaping is more dangerous than policing in the US.

[@ericschuster6109]

As a motor officer in s fl for 27 yrs, I ask if there are any weapons in the vehicle and where they are. I have never had an issue with a lawfully carrying person. They let me know where it is, and I explain that I don't want any surprises in this day and age. I don't disarm them, and they usually give me thier permit, which is a quick look and return. I do the stop, and send them on their way, no issues. With communication between both parties, there is no issues.

[@gripaimsqueeze]

Imagine being armed to a T, with back up, body armor, the law on your side, and still being scared. It’s so weird. That said, I realize they’re cowards and I go out of my way to ease their safety concerns.

[@brandoncinpubadj]

This seems to be common sense to me, but it is also what I was taught growing up. I have law enforcement in my family, so that maybe why. These are very good points and are extremely reasonable I think.

[@corbettknowles9942]

All I'm going say is great video I will leave it at that my humor during at traffic stop hasn't always served me well lol