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Hoyt

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

Reply to morningfog (Reply #2)

Mon Jul 11, 2016, 11:37 PM

Jul 2016

I get going solo improves coverage and visibility, but it's a lot to ask when there are a lot of crazies on the street. Plus it improves odds there's at least one "good" police person in the car.

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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