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In reply to the discussion: SHOW ME YOUR PAPERS! [View all]moriah
(8,312 posts)44. Just like you don't have to consent to a search of your vehicle.
It's far better to be POLITE about the whole thing....
"I'm sorry, Officer, but I really don't have the time to consent for you to search my vehicle. Am I being detained, or am I free to go?"
Than:
"Hell no, you can't search my car, you pig!"
But either way, she was within her rights.
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My lawyer has advised me not to fuck with cops because you never know who you're dealing with
Auggie
Sep 2014
#58
Trumad showed an interview where the man and woman share their version publicly
Generic Other
Sep 2014
#20
I don't think you are correct in saying that she didn't have to produce ID on demand
SickOfTheOnePct
Sep 2014
#22
The police better have a large library of amorous white couples getting the same treatment...
hunter
Sep 2014
#35
Hypothetical - A person is out jogging without their wallet and is stopped by police.
NutmegYankee
Sep 2014
#36