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PlanetaryOrbit

(155 posts) Mon Jul 11, 2016, 09:40 PM Jul 2016

Those who were cops: How dangerous does a typical traffic stop feel? [View all]

I know we probably have some DU members who were or are law enforcement officers:

What is going through a cop's mind when he/she pulls someone over? When approaching the car, does a cop genuinely fear that the driver will suddenly produce a weapon and kill?

After a few years, do most cops treat traffic stops as routine and stop worrying?

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Those who were cops: How dangerous does a typical traffic stop feel? [View all] PlanetaryOrbit Jul 2016 OP

They can run the license plate before approaching the car. So usually have a fair idea.... Logical Jul 2016 #1

I'm sure it can be quite nerve racking, which is why morningfog Jul 2016 #2

Good points. I'd add that single policeperson in a car adds to the anxiety. Hoyt Jul 2016 #4

Ive asked a friend about this Travis_0004 Jul 2016 #3

This year will mark my 20th anniversary in law enforcement. Flyboy_451 Jul 2016 #5

Thanks, great response PlanetaryOrbit Jul 2016 #6

We were taught to treat it as one of the most dangerous "routine" events. jmg257 Jul 2016 #7

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