What to do when you get pulled over! Please Read. - Page 4

Hicompression · 12-03-2009, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Skyman 08

Well You got lectured by one officer, well he may not have cared a thing about his or your safety, but most officers say to acknowlege that you see them and pull over at the first safe place to do so, to just stop in the middle of a traffic lane would be idiotic...

He very well could have been an idiot. He was a Constable. Usually those guys are serving warrants not working traffic.

Angrybird 12 · 12-03-2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Hicompression

He very well could have been an idiot. He was a Constable. Usually those guys are serving warrants not working traffic.

hmm constables around here can't pull you over.. they are not even supposed to have lights on their cars...

texan · 12-03-2009, 10:41 AM

I have avoided talking about my recent stops because I have been lucky and feel guilty gloating. I have also used a simple thing called commmon sense. Regardless of the jurisdiction you must remain respectful and own your decision. No matter how much you may dislike a law or the person enforcing it you will not get far being a prick. From my experiences I have been doing something wrong each and every time. Cops can have bad days too, take the ticket without arguing and resolve it in court if you feel it was unjust. Let me say I am mainly referring to traffic laws. I am not an attorney nor do I wish to be one.

IMO one other thing that has been an asset for me is a concealed handgun license. I'm not starting the pro 2amend here I am just saying I think it has helped with the leo's initial impression. It at least shows them that at the time of the issuance I was not a felon. It don't say jack about being a leadfoot though!

The Dark Knight · 12-03-2009, 11:17 AM

I have been pulled over 13 times...0 tickets...why? It's called...R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me, R-E-S-P-E-C-T, take ca...sorry...got carried away there...

Banshee · 12-03-2009, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Brown5150

Hey Banshee:
Take a Happy Pill. Wow you really need to relax. Go drive your Camaro and get your frustrations out. Remember this is a forum.

Take a happy pill? I am quite happy, but thanks for the generic concern.

What about making sure the drivers out there have correct and factual information?

There are alot of young drivers out there and on C5 that for the most part get alot of their information on the web.

The reason I made my strenuous points is due to the fact the OP was from Canada and US law is very different...

But I guess I need a happy pill when immediate concern for correction need be made.

CJ Man · 12-03-2009, 12:54 PM

Sorry but you are wrong about one thing. Last time i was pulled over by a cop i was reached in my glove box to get my information before he got there. The officer immediately yelled at me to keep my hands on the steering wheel and went for his gun. I was instructed to wait for him to specifically ask me for my info, so he can make sure i was not reaching for a fire arm.

Also no matter how cooperative you are still it does not mean you are getting away free with no ticket. I would say 9 times out of 10 you are getting a ticket.

Unless he just pulled you over to check out your ride.

Captain Vlad · 12-03-2009, 02:07 PM

I've gotten two speeding tickets in my life, but been stopped much more often. I find the 'be respectful' thing will generally get you a warning most of the time so long as your speed wasn't excessive or you weren't clearly doing something stupid.

It's also my experience that 'probable cause' for a 'check you out' style pull over is easily manufactured. Especially by bored cops on lonely Arkansas highways at two a.m.

"I ran your plate, it came back as a stolen Buick Skylark. Clearly this isn't a Buick Skylark, but I needed to see your id."

"I saw you slowing down and checking out the store back there, what you up to tonight?"

Etc.

Angrybird 12 · 12-03-2009, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CJ Man

Sorry but you are wrong about one thing. Last time i was pulled over by a cop i was reached in my glove box to get my information before he got there. The officer immediately yelled at me to keep my hands on the steering wheel and went for his gun. I was instructed to wait for him to specifically ask me for my info, so he can make sure i was not reaching for a fire arm.

Also no matter how cooperative you are still it does not mean you are getting away free with no ticket. I would say 9 times out of 10 you are getting a ticket.

Unless he just pulled you over to check out your ride.

thats right, time and time again I have heard police officers say that when you get pulled over keep both hands in plain sight (on top of the steerring wheel), do not reach for anything like your wallet or into the glove compartment for your insurance card and registration until he requests it...
He cannot read your mind and too many officers have been shot making a traffic stop because someone pulled a gun out as he approached the car...
Respect them, they are there for your protection.

Asylum · 12-03-2009, 03:17 PM

People are harping on fine points, to reinterate what I was saying about routine check is some laws apply to different states than others
if you want to argue about some of the points I've advised save your breath
in mynexperience that these tips are very valid and always use cautin when executing.

I am Canadian but my advise is helpful everywhere. I've also stated numerous times that if you live somewhere were just cause or reasonable grounds are required I "could" list a whole meriot of reasons or tricks police use.

Banshee was clarifying for his state specifically what's required

but as I said. This isn't about how your grttting pulled over it's about qhat to do whe. You get pulled over

"prima"Donna · 12-03-2009, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by PQ

Sometimes you're getting the ticket no matter what you do.

I still cannot believe you got that speeding ticket for SIX!!! miles over the speed limit....:(

Poor PQ!!!...

Asylum · 12-03-2009, 03:36 PM

A few people have said I am absolutely wrong when it comes to some of the tips I've posted. I am absolutely not wrong as there is no clear what to do list. These are just tips and every officer is different... That means some prefer you to sit there in stoneform but most.... At least in Ontario and Canada prefer what I've posted above

Last and finally. I am not American and yes laws are different. Ultiamtely respect and honesty go the farthest. Jus imagine it was you approaching the vehicle...

Brokinarrow · 12-03-2009, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by "prima"Donna

I still cannot believe you got that speeding ticket for SIX!!! miles over the speed limit....:(

Poor PQ!!!...

What?! I must have missed that one. Least it won't hurt your insurance, I woulda taken it to court though.

Drew10 · 12-03-2009, 04:05 PM

Asylum, Every thing you said in your initial post is exactly what we were told by the Ohio State Patrol to do when I took my concealed carry class. Granted it's different when a cop pulls you over and knows there is a chance you may have a loaded gun on you but the patrolman's exact words were if you want out of a ticket do this then stated the most of the points you hit on.

springerpete · 12-03-2009, 10:24 PM

I've learned that "Yessirs" and "Nosirs" go very far to make it a smooth time, especially if your a YOUNG ADULT. I'm not one anymore but I still show respect.

I will take a butt chewing if I'm not getting a ticket, but I'm not taking a butt chewing and paying for a ticket too. I've told a Oklahoma Highway Patrol that before. He quit writing and started chewing and I just put my head down. Another one shut up smiled and kept writing. You win some and you lose some.

Bottom line RESPECT goes along ways, but it should go both ways too.

12-03-2009, 11:17 AM	#46
The Dark Knight Batmobile in Disguise Drives: 2009 Pontiac G8 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Upland, Ca Posts: 2,079	I have been pulled over 13 times...0 tickets...why? It's called...R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me, R-E-S-P-E-C-T, take ca...sorry...got carried away there... __________________

12-03-2009, 10:24 PM	#56
springerpete Orange GM freak Drives: 2004 3500HD Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ponca City, OK Posts: 784 View My Garage	I've learned that "Yessirs" and "Nosirs" go very far to make it a smooth time, especially if your a YOUNG ADULT. I'm not one anymore but I still show respect. I will take a butt chewing if I'm not getting a ticket, but I'm not taking a butt chewing and paying for a ticket too. I've told a Oklahoma Highway Patrol that before. He quit writing and started chewing and I just put my head down. Another one shut up smiled and kept writing. You win some and you lose some. Bottom line RESPECT goes along ways, but it should go both ways too. __________________ "My hair's turnin' White, my neck is still Red and my collar is still Blue"

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12-03-2009, 10:41 AM	#45
texan Drives: people crazy Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: duh Posts: 191	I have avoided talking about my recent stops because I have been lucky and feel guilty gloating. I have also used a simple thing called commmon sense. Regardless of the jurisdiction you must remain respectful and own your decision. No matter how much you may dislike a law or the person enforcing it you will not get far being a prick. From my experiences I have been doing something wrong each and every time. Cops can have bad days too, take the ticket without arguing and resolve it in court if you feel it was unjust. Let me say I am mainly referring to traffic laws. I am not an attorney nor do I wish to be one. IMO one other thing that has been an asset for me is a concealed handgun license. I'm not starting the pro 2amend here I am just saying I think it has helped with the leo's initial impression. It at least shows them that at the time of the issuance I was not a felon. It don't say jack about being a leadfoot though!

12-03-2009, 12:54 PM	#48
CJ Man Missing my SS :( Drives: 2012 Ford Explorer [ :( ] Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,640	Sorry but you are wrong about one thing. Last time i was pulled over by a cop i was reached in my glove box to get my information before he got there. The officer immediately yelled at me to keep my hands on the steering wheel and went for his gun. I was instructed to wait for him to specifically ask me for my info, so he can make sure i was not reaching for a fire arm. Also no matter how cooperative you are still it does not mean you are getting away free with no ticket. I would say 9 times out of 10 you are getting a ticket. Unless he just pulled you over to check out your ride.

12-03-2009, 02:07 PM	#49
Captain Vlad Drives: 2010 Camaro Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 452 View My Garage	I've gotten two speeding tickets in my life, but been stopped much more often. I find the 'be respectful' thing will generally get you a warning most of the time so long as your speed wasn't excessive or you weren't clearly doing something stupid. It's also my experience that 'probable cause' for a 'check you out' style pull over is easily manufactured. Especially by bored cops on lonely Arkansas highways at two a.m. "I ran your plate, it came back as a stolen Buick Skylark. Clearly this isn't a Buick Skylark, but I needed to see your id." "I saw you slowing down and checking out the store back there, what you up to tonight?" Etc.

12-03-2009, 03:17 PM	#51
Asylum Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2SS RS Black on Black Manual 6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Brampton Posts: 441	People are harping on fine points, to reinterate what I was saying about routine check is some laws apply to different states than others if you want to argue about some of the points I've advised save your breath in mynexperience that these tips are very valid and always use cautin when executing. I am Canadian but my advise is helpful everywhere. I've also stated numerous times that if you live somewhere were just cause or reasonable grounds are required I "could" list a whole meriot of reasons or tricks police use. Banshee was clarifying for his state specifically what's required but as I said. This isn't about how your grttting pulled over it's about qhat to do whe. You get pulled over

12-03-2009, 03:36 PM	#53
Asylum Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2SS RS Black on Black Manual 6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Brampton Posts: 441	A few people have said I am absolutely wrong when it comes to some of the tips I've posted. I am absolutely not wrong as there is no clear what to do list. These are just tips and every officer is different... That means some prefer you to sit there in stoneform but most.... At least in Ontario and Canada prefer what I've posted above Last and finally. I am not American and yes laws are different. Ultiamtely respect and honesty go the farthest. Jus imagine it was you approaching the vehicle...

12-03-2009, 04:05 PM	#55
Drew10 Enjoys a good train wreck Drives: 2010 IBM Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,800	Asylum, Every thing you said in your initial post is exactly what we were told by the Ohio State Patrol to do when I took my concealed carry class. Granted it's different when a cop pulls you over and knows there is a chance you may have a loaded gun on you but the patrolman's exact words were if you want out of a ticket do this then stated the most of the points you hit on.