If Cops Demand Your Window Down, DO THIS...

[Jedi Guy]

21. Here you go.

Stay in your car unless asked to exit. Roll your window down if asked to do so. Don't move around a lot as the officer approaches since they don't know what you're doing. When asked for your driver's license, tell the officer where it is and then retrieve it without moving suddenly. When asked for your registration and proof of insurance, tell the officer where it is and then retrieve it without moving suddenly. If it's in the glove compartment, open the compartment and then take your hand away so the officer can see the contents, then get your paperwork out.

If you get a ticket don't argue the point or try to litigate the issue on the side of the road; that's what court is for. Even if you think a citation is utter bullshit, arguing it on the side of the road gains you nothing. Stay as calm as you can.

Cops are generally very alert and wary when conducting a traffic stop since they have no idea whether you're going to be calm and polite or whether you're going to do something drastic. Traffic stops can go wrong in any number of ways and they're acutely aware of that.

If you're arrested , keep in mind that they don't have to read you your Miranda rights by default. They only have to do so if they intend to ask you questions. If they do read your rights, don't provide any information beyond your name, address, and date of birth. Do not, under any circumstances, answer questions without an attorney present.