Any cop who wishes to conduct a search should be required to be plum naked and submit to a cavity search first to prove that they don't have any 'evidence' to plant.
Remember: Anything you say can and will be held against you. If you're talking to a cop, you're playing Russian roulette with your future - it is his/her job to keep the jails and prisons full of people like you.
@@edwardmiessner6502 so just say under (insert such case) I'm informing you I will be remaining silent or say "I invoke the 5th and will not answer any questions"
No. The most important part is shutting your mouth and not speaking. What you said can help you legally, but it's not as critical. Some people say they are going to exercise their right to remain silent and then keep talking. They would be far better off to not say anything at all than to do that. If you fail to say you are exercising your right, the fact that you are silent might be used to imply guilt. But the things you say because you weren't silent are far more damaging to your case.
I believe that the Narrator Andrew Flusche himself brought up an instance where an appeals judge Stated that the defendant ought to have Or Needed " to Point out " the fact " that he was Exercising " his Right to remain Silent " ! ( The defendant was Convicted because the Cop & Court Contrived that his Silence, was an " Evidence of Guilt " ) ! To wit; The " 5th Amendment " ! I Totally Disagree with that Judge, " He is either Bias, or Corrupt " ! And " should NOT Hold his Position " !
@@TerryProthero this really isn’t difficult idk why there is even one iota of confusion. Cops are our enemies. They are trying to jam us up. You don’t help your enemy. Write down on a piece of paper you invoke the 5th. It’s over. It’s literally that simple. If u open your mouth they can lie and say they smelled alcohol or you slurred your words. Why give them any ammo at all?
2:20 _"They don't have quotas."_ No, they have "performance incentives." If they are in the top performers, they get top bonuses. And what metrics are used for performance in policing? 1) Citations written. 2) Arrests made. 3) Traffic stops made. 4) Some other non-quota number. If a position as Corporal opens up, which officer gets the promotion? The one with an average of 150 traffic stops per month, or the one with an average of 25 traffic stops per month? The one with 15 arrests per month, or the one with 4 arrests per month? 5:18 Don't kid yourself. *YOU'RE ALWAYS A SUSPECT!* 6:00 As an attorney, you should know, and advise clients to always tell COPS, "I am invoking my Fifth Amendment right to not answer questions." Thereafter, your only response to any question from any COP should be, "I don't answer questions." IF YOU SIMPLY REMAIN SILENT, your silence can be taken however the COPS want to take it. They can take silence to mean acquiescence, assent, or confusion. Or any other word they want to assign to your silence. YOU MUST CLAIM YOUR FIFTH AMENDMENT RIGHTS to use them.
I would like to live in a world where our law enforcement just does their jobs and thats it. they dont force innocents civilians into the corrupt legal system
Well,That's Why We Voted The Democrats in to all 3 Branches of Government. Remind Your Elected Officials that We chose Them,to lead Us out of this Drug War. To end the Republican Police State. To use the funds Republicans steal from Us for these and other farces like Prisons for Profits,the Bail/Bond System. Call Them everyday and remind them We are done dealing with this Fascist,Authoritarian,Republican Party and all of Thier Institutions that steal America blind!!! Time to let Americas SoulShine,and bloom into a Democracy and end the Selfish Authoritarian Republic that only seeks the Continuity of Government!
@@CharlesGoodwins420 Didn't Joe Biden draft the senate version of the 1994 Crime Bill which was also supported by Clinton and the Democrats and now seen as a catalyst for the mass incarceration crisis we have today? Weird you place all the blame elsewhere. What's up?
I think the biggest piece of information a person should know is that an answer that you give the police *CANNOT* be used to *HELP* you in court either. STOP TRYING TO DEFEND YOURSELF AND STOP TALKING. That is the best way to defend yourself.
I am a retired felony prosecutor for the State of Texas. I must say that I am enjoying your channel immensely. Virginia is somewhat like Texas law. Your videos are spot on and very accurate in my estimating. Good work, sir.
@@jimmygrant424, it is legal to get a script for weed on Texas. It can only be 4% though. As a libertarian, I feel it should be legalized. Look, if we magically discovered weed and this substance called alcohol, the alcohol would be a Schedule 1 controlled substance and weed would just be weed.
Each time I visit my neurologist, she gives me what is called an "Evoked Potentials Test". It is essentially the same as a Field Sobriety Test. I have Multiple Sclerosis and cannot pass an Evoked Potentials Test, so if stopped, I always refuse the field test and that automatically triggers the blood draw - which is what I was wanting in the first place.
The one I love is "do you have any weapons in the car?" A weapon is a "tool of the moment " so a bat, a tennis racket, hammer, screwdriver, gun, knife, ect all meet that. If you say "no" and they find a bat then they can and usually do say you lied about weapons. Most people think guns or knives when asked that question.
@@cult_of_odin I'd say the same about Colorado except maybe the liberal areas around Denver and Boulder. Otherwise nearly everyone is ready. Especially in rural areas where the police could take an hour to get to you. I know the sheriffs would say that's not true but my father was a Gilpin County deputy for 20 plus yrs and I can assure you that a half hour is a fast response time.
@@scoutdogfsr my town hasn't had a cop in around 20 years. Don't need one. We have the county Sheriff. Last cop we had "went missing" under mysterious circumstances after he decided to be a tyrant and act above the law
My favorite line to use that cops usually don't like is "There's nothing illegal in my vehicle that is mine that i know about that you should know about" Works like a charm though!
I still prefer "I will not be answering questions" and then staring at their upper lip in complete silence. They don't deserve ANY information or opinions I might have during that encounter.
It sounds kind of silly to hear but, I've seen video as recently as yesterday of someone admitting to having a little weed in the car ,and the obvious happened (yes it was a small amount and the driver had a med. card) it resulted in an arrest ,an eventual dismissal ,but also days in jail waiting to see a judge ,a lost job ,an eviction notice ,homelessness and several ruined lives. And I'll bet those cops felt great about thier big pot bust. It's what they live for. That's one of the sad things about our society today.
The cops could care less what happens to you after you are put in a cage. Cops knowingly arrest innocent people all the time. Cops also assault innocent people all the time. It's very common.
These are the kinds of stories you hear, especially since cøvid when a lot of counties' courts are slower/more backed up than "the good ol days". You miss even a week or 2 of work, especially if you don't get a chance to notify your employer, your job is pretty much bye-bye. I have less love lost if the person is guilty of crimes, but it's still just a punishment to the poor and lower middle class if they can't make bail. Even still, we have too many non-violent criminals sitting in jails/prisons which we taxpayers have to pay to be there vs letting them make a payment in fines or doing some form of community service. The sad irony, is whether someone is innocent or not, if they get out of jail to find they have lost their job, and could lose their residence, that might turn them onto armed robbery or other more serious offenses to try to get the money together to keep from losing their home, pay bills, etc. It can go downhill quickly, and I don't think possibly stealing someone's honest-working job for some non-violent offense does the community or the betterment of that individual any good.
I got arrested for blowing a 0.00 and it's on the form the officer provided when he confiscated my license. Took me 2.5 years to beat it because I was pro se
"The cops don't have quotas".... Promotions, positive job performance ratings, and "productive work product" proof is based on numbers. More "productive" officers see faster job advancement. Hence, quota's
This is how it works. Here's a concrete example of a cop planting drugs on people so he could be moved to narcotics for career personal reasons: ruclips.net/video/ITIM1iDTZ7U/видео.html
I've seen a pig yell "Stop Resisting" while beating a dead body. I am 100% sure they train pigs to always yell "stop resisting" before beating civilians.
Not true. Lawyers who lie are bad lawyers and are breaking the law that they took so long to study, and having a bad reputation as a lawyer can and will ruin their career. They take pride in 'outsmarting' the prosecutor (which is a government attorney). The prosecutors are the ones who make up wild assumptions; though, they are still not lies - just accusations.
That depends heavily upon whom the lawyer is representing. If they are representing the state or government, or they are part of a divorce case, then they are almost certainly lying. Defense attorneys who are representing innocent defendants are usually telling the truth.
@@michaelmaier7262 So what you're saying is that you're calling bullshit on bad lawyers being liars and good lawyers outsmarting the prosecutor with facts? What kind of oxymoronic bullshit are you spouting yourself lol. Also, point out where I even mentioned judges...
A Lawyer can not lie what they can do is spin the truth or refuse to answer a question but in a court of Law they can not lie! They can lie in an Arbitration or Meeting or even in a Businesses Meeting but in front of a Judge they can not lie as that is leaglly subverting the rule of law and showing disrespect to the court!
Actually in my experience they actually dont. Most police officers are just like you and me and they are doing their job. They are simply trained a certain way and they are not verse in the law, simply how to enforce it. In my experience most cops will just give you a ticket and and move on with their lives. Keep in mind unless you were actually drunk driving, which you should not do and doing so is a danger to yourself and others the police are doing a good service to the community by making sure the streets are safe from drunk drivers. That being said you should still exercise your rights, specially if you are innocent because all it takes is one misunderstanding or a bad apple to turn your life into hell if you open your mouth. Be respectful to the officer but let them know you will not say anything other than providing Drivers License and Car Registration. Respect goes a long way in dealing with the police.
Some of this is helpful especially in regards to Virginia. I live in Pennsylvania and they operate much the same way. However, Virginia is way more punitive with speeding offenses than almost any state I've ever been in and I have had a lot of speeding stops. For instance, I was doing 81 mph in a 60 zone and the trooper wrote me up for a misdemeanor which is punishable by up to $5,000 fine and 30 days in jail. In addition they want you to go to the county and take a driver's class for a week which costs $750, +/-$100. And if you live a distance away you will have to likely get a hotel, but they don't care. And if you're from out of state they will go at you harder, but will petition your home state to revoke your license if you choose not to respond. Many states do that these days as well. The cop pulls you over for DUI, drunk or sober, you're pretty well boned. In PA, you certainly can refuse a field sobriety test, but you will have to take a ride to the hospital for a intravenous blood test. Well you still have the right to refuse that, the officers then record that and, as per the statute of the state, send that refusal to PennDOT who will revoke your license 100% of the time. What are you going to feel it they uphold 99.99% of those cases, regardless as to whether your sobriety was proven or the stop was under false/erroneous pretenses. This is of course I'm constitutional, but police, prosecutor, and DOT do not care. And this is probably where Pennsylvania exceeds Virginia in Draconian traffic laws. I disagree that cops don't have quotas. While it is not like a sales quota they still have to follow job performance metrics which includes issuing a certain number of tickets per month based on what the precinct says is average per officer. This is why, if you have ever noticed, they always appear to be more active in week 3 or 4 of the month. This was told to me in confidence by a retired State trooper who is a friend of mine. So yeah, they have "quotas" it's the system rather than the officer that drives them.
More than 95% of all traffic laws, and tickets are done for Control, and revenue generation purposes, not safety. The majority of traffic laws written for the people are not required to be followed or obeyed by the police. We cannot talk on any hand held device while driving, but they can... We must obey all speed limits while they can exceed them, etc... In short, traffic laws in the eyes of the police are for us to obey, but not them.
Absolutely. To illustrate this fact I want to share a story from when I was a teenager. Now I can admit I’ve made some bad choices and was arrested about 2 blocks from my home, for a DUI with another charge of careless driving. Then the cop proceeded to berate and insult me, because he didn’t want to have to drive me the 15 minutes to jail, as his shift was almost over, so he decided to do 90-100mph through residential areas, and weave in and out of traffic on the highway, as I sat in the back with handcuffs on, furiously contemplating the irony of being driven recklessly to jail after being arrested for careless driving/DUI. And I’ve hated cops ever since. They don’t care one bit about your safety or freedom and are a much bigger danger to our public.
A while ago a cop did a radio interview anonymously. The dj asked about ticket quotas and he said theres no quota, but if his supervisor says to spend the day writing tickets, then thats what he did until they said otherwise.
Don’t even say that. Per the actual law, if you are confirmed suspect or a witness to a felony, you MUST legal identify yourself and your address. That’s it. Nothing more. Nothing less. Other than your first and last name and address remain silent!!!
or you can just simply say No. and ask them if you are being detained and if yes you tell them you will not answer any questions till a lawyer is present and don't engage in any conversation with them.
I have mild Cerebral Palsy and, while I may look normal, I cannot pass the agility tests at all. Anything that asks for more of my left hand than to keep it hooked on my suspenders is not going to work. A neighbour, who is a local police officer, and I were discussing it and we went through the tests. I can not pass them when sober (no, I have never tried them inebriated).
That is why i tell them no on the field test and if they think I am drunk get a warrant and then I'll do a breathalyzer or blood draw. Since i don't drink i don't worry about those. But in my f'ing state if you refuse to do a breathalyzer you lose your license for 90days. I am trying to figure out where do process is for that to happen. But after 90days you can go in and get your license back and there is nothing they can say or do.
I have chronic pain and fibromyalgia, I can’t do the stupid physical tests either. I don’t drink so I dont have to worry about that being in my system.
There's no such thing as being questioned about someone else's crime, even if you're a witness. They are always looking to connect you to the offense, and get another arrest.
5:50: "Just remain silent" I'm almost certain that there's a Supreme Court case that says you have to articulate to the officers that you're invoking your right to remain silent before you go silent... Also, my left ear loved hearing every bit of this video.
These videos are invaluable . More people should watch as many as possible. Over the years I've made it a point to educate myself and keep myself from falling for thier tricks ,but it hasn't always been that way. It doesn't matter if you're not a criminal and have nothing to hide. Convictions and conviction rates are all that matters to them.
I'm from Alaska and I'd like to say thanks for you videos. Yes, they aren't "accurate" for me upnhere in the great white north... but it does give me topics to look up for my use.
Thank you. I hope the cops that watch your channel wake up. Don’t choose the side against the people. WE THE PEOPLE are the sleeping giant you have heard tales of. The French proved it centuries against, and humans have long memories. Remember that!
I love the way you think. But it’s like what’s happening in Australia right now. People have said that being the decemdants of convicts people should be more respectful of liberty and freedom. But as so one wisely said it’s that there are too many descendants of the jail guards , that’s the problem. And as we have seen doing the lockdown, too many LEOS forget their oaths to support and uphold the Comstitution. Some do tho….The sherif of Knox County TN refused to enforce any mask mandate. He said it was a mandate not a law and was Un Constitutional. He said he would uphold any law that was legally and lawfully passed but not mandates. It makes me wonder, in a SHTF situation, how many LEOS will side with the Constitition and We the People and how many will side with and obey the tyrants. I have the same question about the military. I rather think more military are aware of their oaths to uphold the Constitution, and to protect and defend the United States against all enemies , foreign and domestic. Well, I’m just watching and waiting…..to,see what further acts of tyranny will happen during Biden’s time. And I think that him being what he is, that there will be more acts of tyranny….but I’m talking about the big one, the “ shot heard round the world” kind of act …and I’m watching and waiting to see what We the People will do. Well, the patriotic, Constitution supporting, freedom and liberty loving part of We the People…..It’s easy to talk and to be a keyboard warrior, bit when the shit gets real, well, that’s a different story .Some can talk the talk and that’s all, others can walk the walk…….actions speak louder than words. And I believe it’s gonna take action to get things fixed. God bless, keep,the faith and keep your powder dry, my friend!
Great video! I got pulled over for a illegal right turn. The H.P. officer asked me, "what was that all about?" I didn't say anything. 30 plus seconds later he asked me for my lisence and proof of Ins. He wrote me a ticket. I pleaded not guilty. In court the judge asked the officer the details of the incident. "Listen carefully to what the officer says!!! "I stated to the judge, he pulled me over on this street, I never made a right turn. Case dismissed! I did not say "anything", he could not right anything I said down on his notes against me! This is a Great Attorney! Subscribed!
Never answer a question but ask them "Are you authorized to lie to me in the course of your investigation and use whatever I say without an attorney present against me? Am I free to go?
I love this channel! I was on my way to get the exhaust, 6 new tires, and a NYS Inspection on an antique project truck my step son and I had been working on way back in the 90's. I was driving and got pulled over. The police officer asked if I knew why I was being pulled over. I knew I wasn't speeding, as the truck couldn't go that fast, and when this truck was made shoulder belts we an option, one this truck did not have. I said, "I'm not sure why you pulled me over. Was it the 6 bald and dry rotted tires, the loud exhaust, 2 hillbillies in an antique truck with no exhaust system barreling down the road at about 10mph BELOW the speed limit, or we didn't have seat belts on, but this has no shoulder straps? The cop looked at me and had nothing to say. He asked where we were going and I told him the tire shop in town and then the exhaust shop with a bender down the road from the tire shop for an exhaust system and inspection. He then let me and my stepson go as he laughed saying I pretty much covered it all. He did check, but did not run, my license, and it is a class A with XTP endorsements and no restrictions. We had the work and tires done on the old truck, and it was a much quieter ride back home, and we passed him in his regular hiding spot, all inspected, quiet, and 100% legal. My stepson was driving home, he was trying to speed, but to no avail. I know I should not have said anything, but we had appointments at the shops, I have the class A, and NY has a temporary inspection sticker for new purchases and new registrations. All these years later my stepson and I laugh about this incident and the goofy look the cop had.
You are awesome. Thank you for this info. In Oklahoma One of the Tulsa Police Captains before he died, said they do have a quota in tickets. So the last week of each month LOOK OUT.
I've gotten two traffic tickets in my entire life and BOTH times, the officer FAILED TO APPEAR IN COURT, which is a crime for everyone else in Society. "Your Honor, clearly this officer doesn't respect you OR the court enough to show up and defend the ticket HE WROTE."
Last time I got a traffic ticket in LA (red light or speeding??), I pled not guilty intending to fight it! I went to the judge’s courtroom a few times before my court date to observe how things went down, possible winning arguments, etc. Biggest thing I noticed was that the few attorneys who were there got to go ahead of everyone else. Nearly ALL of the attorney’s tickets got dismissed, or at least reduced! I hit up one of those lawyers in the hallway and she took $100 to fight my ticket the next week with her stack, and got it dismissed, which I couldn’t have done!!🙏😎
SALINAS v. TEXAS I assume you are referring to. Strictly speaking per the holding if you don't answer any question, then remaining silent is fine. However if you respond to any question, even a "Hey how ya doing?" You must invoke the 5th afterwards to be protected by it.
@@enderfal so when cops say "can I help you" if you say they can't your giving up your rights? They always say it's just a consentual question. My reply is always how can I help you. Then they make it clear they are trying to gather info to use against you.
@@blueliesmatter2 per the case cited yes. Responding back with a question is a grey area that has not been decided yet. I would lean towards asking questions is engaging with the cops and opening yourself to issues. About the only question I could see being safe is asking about ones legal status. Ie am I free to go?
I was recently told by an officer here in Virginia that all officers from his department were required 2 tickets minimum a day. He told me he likes to choose out of state drivers due to the fact they almost always pay the fine instead of returning and fight it in court.
Cop: "Do you have anything illegal in the car?" Me: "Do you have a cadaver dog in your car?" Cop: "Haha, no I dont have a cadaver dog in my car, you did not answer my question." Me: "Then no, I dont have anything illegal in my car"
In Minnesota and I believe a lot of states sobriety tests are "voluntary" but you automatically lose your license if you refuse to take it. I am surprised that's not the case in Virginia.
They lie alright, a rookie cop told me pepper spray is illegal in New York when I brought it into every courthouse and they let me in the building with it.
Dagnabbit! This video's sound is in the left channel only! You had me crawling around under my damn desk trying to figure out why my right speaker suddenly went dead!
That's a ridiculously hard thing to do even when sober. I guess they make the tests as hard as possible so that very few people would pass them, sober or not. Is there a limit to how many sobriety tests they can give you, or can they just go on and on until you fail one?
Thank you so much for your videos. I'd like to be able to turn it around on cops when they say they want to "help me". Seen too much Live PD and cop shows.
Once I pulled over by a youthful California Parks Ranger, And tried to open my passenger door and said What have you had to Drink Today ? ! And I told him... Oh... I had 2 cans of V-8 juice and 2 Litters of Diet Coke and a Pint of Carrot Juice ... And Oh....A 1/2 a Gallon of Water ! And he said " Despairingly " " I meant alcohol " ! And because he knew that I was awair of his Unprovoked Hostility, He Transferred to another Park ! And Oh Yes after that traffic stop he let me go !
Before anything, what I'm about to say is NOT legal advice or counsel, please speak to a licensed attorney and follow their advice, anyhow! If a cop stops you first be respectful and keep your arms in the wheel. If they just tell you you being stop let say for speeding and going over x amount of miles over the limit, I need name DOB, license and registration give them that. If they ask an open ended question like do you know why you were being pulled over, a simple no should suffice. If they are fishing and they ask you, sir were did you came from that's when you pull your 5th amendment rights by stating. Sir I respectfully decline to answer your question or I'm invoking my 5th Amendment rights and decline to answer your question. If they want to check your car you can invoke the 4th by stating I am invoking my 4th amendment right and do not consent to any searches or seizures, do keep in mind Cops don't need a warrant to search your car just reasonable doubt which can get pretty screwy but a good rule of thumb is too not give the cop any chance to look inside your car by having your windows up and only opening it up a bit to give your license and registration. If after that they still want to inspect your car, cooperate but let them know that you are not giving them consent to do so. Do not answer any other questions they ask but be respectful and professional. After they search your car and obviously find nothing incriminating or even if they do your next questions is going to be, officer I'm I free to leave? If the cop doesn't want to arrest you by this point he will give you your id and registration and give you the ticket, which is a court citation btw and move on with your life, if they don't let you go you will be arrested. Being arrested is not the end of the world btw, just keep your mouth shut and lawyer up.
No you should never say no for his question "Do you know why I pulled you over?" Just say, "Because I'm [skin color], sir?" Or better yet, just say "Sir, I respectfully decline to answer questions."
And if they bring in the K9 unit to do a sniff around your car, you're screwed. After they get a positive reaction (they will ALWAYS get a positive reaction from a K9 since the dog is willing to follow the officer's commands and will want to please them), then they can search your car.
Be aware: The Supreme Court has ruled that just staying silent isn't the same as your right to remain silent. You MUST say that you are exercising your right to remain silent and not answer questions.
Cop: "It'll be easier if you admit where the drugs are."
Detainee: "They're on your person, officer."
My response: At your mom's house
The ones they intended to plant on someone.
@@MikinessAnalog WINNER!
@@cementer7665 that was the original comment, pay attention soldier
Any cop who wishes to conduct a search should be required to be plum naked and submit to a cavity search first to prove that they don't have any 'evidence' to plant.
Remember: Anything you say can and will be held against you. If you're talking to a cop, you're playing Russian roulette with your future - it is his/her job to keep the jails and prisons full of people like you.
The golden rule: don't talk to police.
Exactly! Rule #1 never talk, just keep silent and always refuse a search and refusal of a search is NOT probable cause for a search
@@Thecircustapes Except you have to tell them that you're remaining silent, thanks to Scalia (Salinas v Texas). 😡
@@edwardmiessner6502 so just say under (insert such case) I'm informing you I will be remaining silent or say "I invoke the 5th and will not answer any questions"
@@Thecircustapes
And refuse all field sobriety tests, including the breathalyzer!!!
@@joelspringman7748 yes
An important part of exercising your right to remain silent is verbalizing that you are, in fact, exercising your right to remain silent.
No. The most important part is shutting your mouth and not speaking. What you said can help you legally, but it's not as critical. Some people say they are going to exercise their right to remain silent and then keep talking. They would be far better off to not say anything at all than to do that. If you fail to say you are exercising your right, the fact that you are silent might be used to imply guilt. But the things you say because you weren't silent are far more damaging to your case.
I believe that the Narrator Andrew Flusche himself brought up an instance where an appeals judge Stated that
the defendant ought to have Or Needed " to Point out " the fact " that he was Exercising " his Right to remain Silent " !
( The defendant was Convicted because the Cop & Court Contrived that his Silence, was an " Evidence of Guilt " ) !
To wit; The " 5th Amendment " ! I Totally Disagree with that Judge, " He is either Bias, or Corrupt " !
And " should NOT Hold his Position " !
If it wasn't Fluschi that Cited this Case then it was some other RUclips Legal Contributor !
@@TerryProthero this really isn’t difficult idk why there is even one iota of confusion. Cops are our enemies. They are trying to jam us up. You don’t help your enemy. Write down on a piece of paper you invoke the 5th. It’s over. It’s literally that simple. If u open your mouth they can lie and say they smelled alcohol or you slurred your words. Why give them any ammo at all?
The irony that you need to BREAK your silence in order to properly EXERCISE your right to remain silent is mind boggling.
Hugely underrated channel. This guy is awesome.
Agreed channels like these prepare you to be an adult better than high school does
Yeah, he seems like a genuinely nice guy that just want to help you out. We need more of these vibes.
@@Vikas-fv8rv whoa, whoa, whoa friend.....
He IS an attorney. Don't get too carried away. :)
@@ftboomer1 whoa whoa whoa friend. Attorneys can’t be friendly and help folks out??
Thank you for telling me what to do with drugs, bless 🙏
If I ever catch an officer lying to me, do I call them out on it, or do I continue remaining silent?
Remain silent.
Let your attorney make these arguments on your behalf.
2:20 _"They don't have quotas."_
No, they have "performance incentives." If they are in the top performers, they get top bonuses. And what metrics are used for performance in policing? 1) Citations written. 2) Arrests made. 3) Traffic stops made. 4) Some other non-quota number.
If a position as Corporal opens up, which officer gets the promotion? The one with an average of 150 traffic stops per month, or the one with an average of 25 traffic stops per month? The one with 15 arrests per month, or the one with 4 arrests per month?
5:18 Don't kid yourself. *YOU'RE ALWAYS A SUSPECT!*
6:00 As an attorney, you should know, and advise clients to always tell COPS, "I am invoking my Fifth Amendment right to not answer questions." Thereafter, your only response to any question from any COP should be, "I don't answer questions."
IF YOU SIMPLY REMAIN SILENT, your silence can be taken however the COPS want to take it. They can take silence to mean acquiescence, assent, or confusion. Or any other word they want to assign to your silence. YOU MUST CLAIM YOUR FIFTH AMENDMENT RIGHTS to use them.
Correct, I think maybe the supreme said you have to invoke your fifth amendment rights by stating so in order to be full protected.
If no means, no, even when you're intoxicated, how can any drunk person consent to any police questioning?
I would like to live in a world where our law enforcement just does their jobs and thats it.
they dont force innocents civilians into the corrupt legal system
Well,That's Why We Voted The Democrats in to all 3 Branches of Government. Remind Your Elected Officials that We chose Them,to lead Us out of this Drug War. To end the Republican Police State. To use the funds Republicans steal from Us for these and other farces like Prisons for Profits,the Bail/Bond System. Call Them everyday and remind them We are done dealing with this Fascist,Authoritarian,Republican Party and all of Thier Institutions that steal America blind!!!
Time to let Americas SoulShine,and bloom into a Democracy and end the Selfish Authoritarian Republic that only seeks the Continuity of Government!
@@CharlesGoodwins420 I AGREE!
CALLING NEWSOME RIGHT NOW!!!!
@@CharlesGoodwins420 also abolish qualified immunity both State and Federal and include federal and joint task force officers in 42 US 1983
They know they are massively overfunded and overstaffed.
They need to justify their existence.
@@CharlesGoodwins420 Didn't Joe Biden draft the senate version of the 1994 Crime Bill which was also supported by Clinton and the Democrats and now seen as a catalyst for the mass incarceration crisis we have today? Weird you place all the blame elsewhere. What's up?
I think the biggest piece of information a person should know is that an answer that you give the police *CANNOT* be used to *HELP* you in court either.
STOP TRYING TO DEFEND YOURSELF AND STOP TALKING. That is the best way to defend yourself.
I am a retired felony prosecutor for the State of Texas. I must say that I am enjoying your channel immensely. Virginia is somewhat like Texas law. Your videos are spot on and very accurate in my estimating. Good work, sir.
When is Texas going to get with the program and at least have medical weed?? Too much money to be made huh!!
@@jimmygrant424, it is legal to get a script for weed on Texas. It can only be 4% though. As a libertarian, I feel it should be legalized. Look, if we magically discovered weed and this substance called alcohol, the alcohol would be a Schedule 1 controlled substance and weed would just be weed.
@@sleeperno1215 why don’t you educate others based on your professional experience? Plus you can monetize your videos and make extra money
@lack9854 not the ethical ones. We do exist. I took my oath to the constitution seriously. Gaslight often?
Each time I visit my neurologist, she gives me what is called an "Evoked Potentials Test". It is essentially the same as a Field Sobriety Test.
I have Multiple Sclerosis and cannot pass an Evoked Potentials Test, so if stopped, I always refuse the field test and that automatically triggers the blood draw - which is what I was wanting in the first place.
The one I love is "do you have any weapons in the car?" A weapon is a "tool of the moment " so a bat, a tennis racket, hammer, screwdriver, gun, knife, ect all meet that. If you say "no" and they find a bat then they can and usually do say you lied about weapons. Most people think guns or knives when asked that question.
Flex a bicep and say, "yep, just look at that gun!"
My State is constitutional carry. Nearly everyone is armed.
@@cult_of_odin I'd say the same about Colorado except maybe the liberal areas around Denver and Boulder. Otherwise nearly everyone is ready. Especially in rural areas where the police could take an hour to get to you. I know the sheriffs would say that's not true but my father was a Gilpin County deputy for 20 plus yrs and I can assure you that a half hour is a fast response time.
@@scoutdogfsr my town hasn't had a cop in around 20 years. Don't need one. We have the county Sheriff. Last cop we had "went missing" under mysterious circumstances after he decided to be a tyrant and act above the law
Hypothetically what do I say in that situation?
My favorite line to use that cops usually don't like is
"There's nothing illegal in my vehicle that is mine that i know about that you should know about"
Works like a charm though!
"Nope" usually works for me
I still prefer "I will not be answering questions" and then staring at their upper lip in complete silence. They don't deserve ANY information or opinions I might have during that encounter.
It sounds kind of silly to hear but, I've seen video as recently as yesterday of someone admitting to having a little weed in the car ,and the obvious happened (yes it was a small amount and the driver had a med. card) it resulted in an arrest ,an eventual dismissal ,but also days in jail waiting to see a judge ,a lost job ,an eviction notice ,homelessness and several ruined lives. And I'll bet those cops felt great about thier big pot bust. It's what they live for. That's one of the sad things about our society today.
So in other words, "guilty until proven innocent"
I bet they also had to pay a great deal to get their car out of impound.
@@david2869 And that second part is debatable...
The cops could care less what happens to you after you are put in a cage. Cops knowingly arrest innocent people all the time. Cops also assault innocent people all the time. It's very common.
@@david2869 , In all police encounters you are guilty until proven innocent.
These are the kinds of stories you hear, especially since cøvid when a lot of counties' courts are slower/more backed up than "the good ol days". You miss even a week or 2 of work, especially if you don't get a chance to notify your employer, your job is pretty much bye-bye. I have less love lost if the person is guilty of crimes, but it's still just a punishment to the poor and lower middle class if they can't make bail. Even still, we have too many non-violent criminals sitting in jails/prisons which we taxpayers have to pay to be there vs letting them make a payment in fines or doing some form of community service.
The sad irony, is whether someone is innocent or not, if they get out of jail to find they have lost their job, and could lose their residence, that might turn them onto armed robbery or other more serious offenses to try to get the money together to keep from losing their home, pay bills, etc. It can go downhill quickly, and I don't think possibly stealing someone's honest-working job for some non-violent offense does the community or the betterment of that individual any good.
my left ear enjoyed this video
Now my left ear knows exactly what to do, thank you.
My right ear remains oblivious
The reason that zipping someone’s mouth and throwing away the key is so ineffective for keeping secrets is that zippers don’t need keys.
Well he forgot to say the full phrase.
" Zip it, Lock it, Put it in your pocket" (or throw the key away in some cases),
I’ve once had a cop call for another cop when the breathalyzer read 0.00 lmao.
I got arrested for blowing a 0.00 and it's on the form the officer provided when he confiscated my license. Took me 2.5 years to beat it because I was pro se
you were obstructing his goals. His mommy frequently told him he was never wrong.
They have quotas. Stop lying to me. They don't call it that they use fancy words to say "if you don't do enough you're fired."
Here's the deal on 'dismissal'... at least in the state I live in you will still PAY court costs!
That is extortion.
"The cops don't have quotas"....
Promotions, positive job performance ratings, and "productive work product" proof is based on numbers. More "productive" officers see faster job advancement.
Hence, quota's
Wrong
Does not work that way.
@@DaveL9170 Post positive evidence or retract, please.
This is how it works. Here's a concrete example of a cop planting drugs on people so he could be moved to narcotics for career personal reasons: ruclips.net/video/ITIM1iDTZ7U/видео.html
There's not a minimum passing grade if you're being graded on a curve in class either...
Never do the tests. Don’t assume Police know how to judge the tests properly.
I always assumed it was a display that gave a blood alcohol number.
Or that they are willing to do the tests properly!
I've seen a pig yell "Stop Resisting" while beating a dead body. I am 100% sure they train pigs to always yell "stop resisting" before beating civilians.
If their lips are moving, they're lying. Unfortunately the same rule usually applies to lawyers as well.
Not true. Lawyers who lie are bad lawyers and are breaking the law that they took so long to study, and having a bad reputation as a lawyer can and will ruin their career. They take pride in 'outsmarting' the prosecutor (which is a government attorney). The prosecutors are the ones who make up wild assumptions; though, they are still not lies - just accusations.
That depends heavily upon whom the lawyer is representing. If they are representing the state or government, or they are part of a divorce case, then they are almost certainly lying. Defense attorneys who are representing innocent defendants are usually telling the truth.
@@michaelscofield1826 BZZZZZZZZZZZZT! BULLSHIT ALERT.
The lawyers - ESPECIALLY the judges - lie in every case.
@@michaelmaier7262 So what you're saying is that you're calling bullshit on bad lawyers being liars and good lawyers outsmarting the prosecutor with facts? What kind of oxymoronic bullshit are you spouting yourself lol. Also, point out where I even mentioned judges...
A Lawyer can not lie what they can do is spin the truth or refuse to answer a question but in a court of Law they can not lie!
They can lie in an Arbitration or Meeting or even in a Businesses Meeting but in front of a Judge they can not lie as that is leaglly subverting the rule of law and showing disrespect to the court!
In my experience in Ohio, if you refuse the test it is an automatic one-year license suspension.
Maybe an attorney can get a judge to reverse it? That sounds like a 4A violation to me!
The states have 'implied consent' laws, some don't. The speaker said "in Virginia", but it varies by state.
I can't believe he doesn't have more subs. This is one of the most useful channels on the platform.
Seems like most officers don't care if they ruin someone's life so the get ba madd award.
Actually in my experience they actually dont. Most police officers are just like you and me and they are doing their job. They are simply trained a certain way and they are not verse in the law, simply how to enforce it. In my experience most cops will just give you a ticket and and move on with their lives. Keep in mind unless you were actually drunk driving, which you should not do and doing so is a danger to yourself and others the police are doing a good service to the community by making sure the streets are safe from drunk drivers. That being said you should still exercise your rights, specially if you are innocent because all it takes is one misunderstanding or a bad apple to turn your life into hell if you open your mouth. Be respectful to the officer but let them know you will not say anything other than providing Drivers License and Car Registration. Respect goes a long way in dealing with the police.
Wrongo. The person in questions ruins their own lives by committing such acts as using illegal drugs or driving under the influence.
they absolutely don't.
That's why we need a group called DAMM: Drivers Against Mad Mothers.
Some of this is helpful especially in regards to Virginia. I live in Pennsylvania and they operate much the same way. However, Virginia is way more punitive with speeding offenses than almost any state I've ever been in and I have had a lot of speeding stops. For instance, I was doing 81 mph in a 60 zone and the trooper wrote me up for a misdemeanor which is punishable by up to $5,000 fine and 30 days in jail. In addition they want you to go to the county and take a driver's class for a week which costs $750, +/-$100. And if you live a distance away you will have to likely get a hotel, but they don't care. And if you're from out of state they will go at you harder, but will petition your home state to revoke your license if you choose not to respond. Many states do that these days as well.
The cop pulls you over for DUI, drunk or sober, you're pretty well boned. In PA, you certainly can refuse a field sobriety test, but you will have to take a ride to the hospital for a intravenous blood test. Well you still have the right to refuse that, the officers then record that and, as per the statute of the state, send that refusal to PennDOT who will revoke your license 100% of the time. What are you going to feel it they uphold 99.99% of those cases, regardless as to whether your sobriety was proven or the stop was under false/erroneous pretenses. This is of course I'm constitutional, but police, prosecutor, and DOT do not care. And this is probably where Pennsylvania exceeds Virginia in Draconian traffic laws.
I disagree that cops don't have quotas. While it is not like a sales quota they still have to follow job performance metrics which includes issuing a certain number of tickets per month based on what the precinct says is average per officer. This is why, if you have ever noticed, they always appear to be more active in week 3 or 4 of the month. This was told to me in confidence by a retired State trooper who is a friend of mine. So yeah, they have "quotas" it's the system rather than the officer that drives them.
Your absolutely right !
“ it’s a dangerous thing walking out your front door Frodo “ ! ✨🇺🇸✨🙏🏼
More than 95% of all traffic laws, and tickets are done for Control, and revenue generation purposes, not safety. The majority of traffic laws written for the people are not required to be followed or obeyed by the police. We cannot talk on any hand held device while driving, but they can... We must obey all speed limits while they can exceed them, etc... In short, traffic laws in the eyes of the police are for us to obey, but not them.
Police are the worst drivers.
Good point
most people don't realize this. absolute conflict of interest.
Absolutely. To illustrate this fact I want to share a story from when I was a teenager. Now I can admit I’ve made some bad choices and was arrested about 2 blocks from my home, for a DUI with another charge of careless driving. Then the cop proceeded to berate and insult me, because he didn’t want to have to drive me the 15 minutes to jail, as his shift was almost over, so he decided to do 90-100mph through residential areas, and weave in and out of traffic on the highway, as I sat in the back with handcuffs on, furiously contemplating the irony of being driven recklessly to jail after being arrested for careless driving/DUI. And I’ve hated cops ever since. They don’t care one bit about your safety or freedom and are a much bigger danger to our public.
Exactly 'O' So
A while ago a cop did a radio interview anonymously. The dj asked about ticket quotas and he said theres no quota, but if his supervisor says to spend the day writing tickets, then thats what he did until they said otherwise.
The only thing to tell the cops: "I hereby exorcise my 5th amendment right against self incrimination, I consent to no tests."
Don’t even say that. Per the actual law, if you are confirmed suspect or a witness to a felony, you MUST legal identify yourself and your address. That’s it. Nothing more. Nothing less. Other than your first and last name and address remain silent!!!
or you can just simply say No. and ask them if you are being detained and if yes you tell them you will not answer any questions till a lawyer is present and don't engage in any conversation with them.
@@DaveL9170 in many states you don't even need to provide a name until you're arrested
I have mild Cerebral Palsy and, while I may look normal, I cannot pass the agility tests at all. Anything that asks for more of my left hand than to keep it hooked on my suspenders is not going to work.
A neighbour, who is a local police officer, and I were discussing it and we went through the tests. I can not pass them when sober (no, I have never tried them inebriated).
Same here! I have mild CP and could never pass agility tests, even the ones required in Phys Ed classes.
Wow! That's messed up that they use those tests then.
That is why i tell them no on the field test and if they think I am drunk get a warrant and then I'll do a breathalyzer or blood draw. Since i don't drink i don't worry about those. But in my f'ing state if you refuse to do a breathalyzer you lose your license for 90days. I am trying to figure out where do process is for that to happen. But after 90days you can go in and get your license back and there is nothing they can say or do.
I have chronic pain and fibromyalgia, I can’t do the stupid physical tests either. I don’t drink so I dont have to worry about that being in my system.
They’ll arrest you tow your car maybe let you go at the station. It’s a racket with the tow companies
Guilty until proven innocent is a thing and tow companies take advantage of this.
Might be specific to Virginia but the psychology of one's response to authority figures is global… Thanks AF!
There's no such thing as being questioned about someone else's crime, even if you're a witness. They are always looking to connect you to the offense, and get another arrest.
5:50: "Just remain silent"
I'm almost certain that there's a Supreme Court case that says you have to articulate to the officers that you're invoking your right to remain silent before you go silent...
Also, my left ear loved hearing every bit of this video.
That's correct. If you remain silent then you have no right to remain silent.
These videos are invaluable . More people should watch as many as possible. Over the years I've made it a point to educate myself and keep myself from falling for thier tricks ,but it hasn't always been that way. It doesn't matter if you're not a criminal and have nothing to hide. Convictions and conviction rates are all that matters to them.
Thanks for the awesome video! Best advice never talk to the uniformed officers or detectives.
I'm from Alaska and I'd like to say thanks for you videos. Yes, they aren't "accurate" for me upnhere in the great white north... but it does give me topics to look up for my use.
Thank you. I hope the cops that watch your channel wake up. Don’t choose the side against the people. WE THE PEOPLE are the sleeping giant you have heard tales of. The French proved it centuries against, and humans have long memories. Remember that!
I love the way you think. But it’s like what’s happening in Australia right now. People have said that being the decemdants of convicts people should be more respectful of liberty and freedom. But as so one wisely said it’s that there are too many descendants of the jail guards , that’s the problem.
And as we have seen doing the lockdown, too many LEOS forget their oaths to support and uphold the Comstitution.
Some do tho….The sherif of Knox County TN refused to enforce any mask mandate. He said it was a mandate not a law and was Un Constitutional. He said he would uphold any law that was legally and lawfully passed but not mandates.
It makes me wonder, in a SHTF situation, how many LEOS will side with the Constitition and We the People and how many will side with and obey the tyrants. I have the same question about the military. I rather think more military are aware of their oaths to uphold the Constitution, and to protect and defend the United States against all enemies , foreign and domestic.
Well, I’m just watching and waiting…..to,see what further acts of tyranny will happen during Biden’s time. And I think that him being what he is, that there will be more acts of tyranny….but I’m talking about the big one, the “ shot heard round the world” kind of act …and I’m watching and waiting to see what We the People will do. Well, the patriotic, Constitution supporting, freedom and liberty loving part of We the People…..It’s easy to talk and to be a keyboard warrior, bit when the shit gets real, well, that’s a different story .Some can talk the talk and that’s all, others can walk the walk…….actions speak louder than words. And I believe it’s gonna take action to get things fixed.
God bless, keep,the faith and keep your powder dry, my friend!
Great video! I got pulled over for a illegal right turn. The H.P. officer asked me, "what was that all about?" I didn't say anything. 30 plus seconds later he asked me for my lisence and proof of Ins. He wrote me a ticket. I pleaded not guilty. In court the judge asked the officer the details of the incident. "Listen carefully to what the officer says!!! "I stated to the judge, he pulled me over on this street, I never made a right turn. Case dismissed! I did not say "anything", he could not right anything I said down on his notes against me! This is a Great Attorney! Subscribed!
The GOAT attorney
Never answer a question but ask them "Are you authorized to lie to me in the course of your investigation and use whatever I say without an attorney present against me? Am I free to go?
NOW in MOST states if you refuse the breathalizer its an AUTOMATIC 6 month to a year license susspension
The Miranda rights should be rewritten to say “Nothing you say can help you in court”.
I love this channel! I was on my way to get the exhaust, 6 new tires, and a NYS Inspection on an antique project truck my step son and I had been working on way back in the 90's. I was driving and got pulled over. The police officer asked if I knew why I was being pulled over. I knew I wasn't speeding, as the truck couldn't go that fast, and when this truck was made shoulder belts we an option, one this truck did not have. I said, "I'm not sure why you pulled me over. Was it the 6 bald and dry rotted tires, the loud exhaust, 2 hillbillies in an antique truck with no exhaust system barreling down the road at about 10mph BELOW the speed limit, or we didn't have seat belts on, but this has no shoulder straps? The cop looked at me and had nothing to say. He asked where we were going and I told him the tire shop in town and then the exhaust shop with a bender down the road from the tire shop for an exhaust system and inspection. He then let me and my stepson go as he laughed saying I pretty much covered it all. He did check, but did not run, my license, and it is a class A with XTP endorsements and no restrictions. We had the work and tires done on the old truck, and it was a much quieter ride back home, and we passed him in his regular hiding spot, all inspected, quiet, and 100% legal. My stepson was driving home, he was trying to speed, but to no avail. I know I should not have said anything, but we had appointments at the shops, I have the class A, and NY has a temporary inspection sticker for new purchases and new registrations. All these years later my stepson and I laugh about this incident and the goofy look the cop had.
You are awesome. Thank you for this info. In Oklahoma One of the Tulsa Police Captains before he died, said they do have a quota in tickets. So the last week of each month LOOK OUT.
I came for the court cases, I stay for the bow tie.
Haha. Thanks man! I need to get me some more bow ties
I've gotten two traffic tickets in my entire life and BOTH times, the officer FAILED TO APPEAR IN COURT, which is a crime for everyone else in Society.
"Your Honor, clearly this officer doesn't respect you OR the court enough to show up and defend the ticket HE WROTE."
Take the win and leave. Don't say anything.
I don't think the plaintiff has to appear in any court. They just can't win the case if they don't show up to make it.
Last time I got a traffic ticket in LA (red light or speeding??), I pled not guilty intending to fight it! I went to the judge’s courtroom a few times before my court date to observe how things went down, possible winning arguments, etc.
Biggest thing I noticed was that the few attorneys who were there got to go ahead of everyone else. Nearly ALL of the attorney’s tickets got dismissed, or at least reduced!
I hit up one of those lawyers in the hallway and she took $100 to fight my ticket the next week with her stack, and got it dismissed, which I couldn’t have done!!🙏😎
Hit them up in the hallway (some days) before the case- interesting idea.
that is a good strategy if you have the time.
Hey, Andrew, thank you for taking the time and effort to make these videos. They are fantastic. I'm grateful. Keep it up.
SCOTUS has ruled that the simple act of remaining silent during police questioning is not sufficient. You must pronounce.
SALINAS v. TEXAS I assume you are referring to. Strictly speaking per the holding if you don't answer any question, then remaining silent is fine. However if you respond to any question, even a "Hey how ya doing?" You must invoke the 5th afterwards to be protected by it.
@@enderfal so when cops say "can I help you" if you say they can't your giving up your rights?
They always say it's just a consentual question. My reply is always how can I help you. Then they make it clear they are trying to gather info to use against you.
@@blueliesmatter2 per the case cited yes. Responding back with a question is a grey area that has not been decided yet. I would lean towards asking questions is engaging with the cops and opening yourself to issues. About the only question I could see being safe is asking about ones legal status. Ie am I free to go?
The Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Heads on easter island all have one thing in common, the don't talk.
😂😂😂
I was recently told by an officer here in Virginia that all officers from his department were required 2 tickets minimum a day. He told me he likes to choose out of state drivers due to the fact they almost always pay the fine instead of returning and fight it in court.
This advice went in one ear and not the other.
"THIS TEST CANNOT BE USED IN COURT" I don't appreciate you lying to me sir and I will remember this
Thank you for teaching us.
Maybe in Virginia but I know that elsewhere cops DO have a quota of citations to write.
My left ear is having a blast
This is extremely important information! Thank you for your service.
4th amendment enough said
Dont forget 5th Amendment as well.
You speak the truth Sir, Thank You.
I was denied a right to legal counsel
The only time a cop is telling the truth is when they say ......... " I am lying ".
Great Video , very informative , thank you.
Peace , Be Free .
Thanks again AF, .....giving real world advice, helping people. You are the best.
Cop: "Do you have anything illegal in the car?"
Me: "Do you have a cadaver dog in your car?"
Cop: "Haha, no I dont have a cadaver dog in my car, you did not answer my question."
Me: "Then no, I dont have anything illegal in my car"
If they have all they need to convict you of anything, they're not going to ask for anything.
In Minnesota and I believe a lot of states sobriety tests are "voluntary" but you automatically lose your license if you refuse to take it. I am surprised that's not the case in Virginia.
Thank you for treating my right ear like a it’s a cop.
"I smell marijuana"
"You're acting strange"
"Somebody called us about you"
They lie alright, a rookie cop told me pepper spray is illegal in New York when I brought it into every courthouse and they let me in the building with it.
Dagnabbit! This video's sound is in the left channel only! You had me crawling around under my damn desk trying to figure out why my right speaker suddenly went dead!
Great advice, thanks for sharing and trying to help people not fall victim to asshole cops that try to just go on a power trip.
I was once pulled over in KY and the damn officer asked me to say my ABC's backwards 🤣
That's a ridiculously hard thing to do even when sober. I guess they make the tests as hard as possible so that very few people would pass them, sober or not. Is there a limit to how many sobriety tests they can give you, or can they just go on and on until you fail one?
You should do a video of how to pick the right lawyer, I've had a few dirty lawyers that took my money and gave me illegal as well as bad advice
Thank you so much.
My left ear enjoyed listening to this
Thank you!! Great advice.
Thank you for the advice!
God Bless and thank you.
Thank you so much for your videos. I'd like to be able to turn it around on cops when they say they want to "help me". Seen too much Live PD and cop shows.
4 cops disliked this video.
You can't win them all, never be a people pleaser.
Once I pulled over by a youthful California Parks Ranger, And tried to open my passenger door and said What have you had
to Drink Today ? !
And I told him... Oh... I had 2 cans of V-8 juice and 2 Litters of Diet Coke and a Pint of Carrot Juice ... And Oh....A 1/2 a Gallon
of Water !
And he said " Despairingly " " I meant alcohol " !
And because he knew that I was awair of his Unprovoked Hostility, He Transferred to another Park !
And Oh Yes after that traffic stop he let me go !
My left ear learned a lot!
Why would you be honest to members of a profession where they are not punished for lying to you?
Before anything, what I'm about to say is NOT legal advice or counsel, please speak to a licensed attorney and follow their advice, anyhow!
If a cop stops you first be respectful and keep your arms in the wheel. If they just tell you you being stop let say for speeding and going over x amount of miles over the limit, I need name DOB, license and registration give them that. If they ask an open ended question like do you know why you were being pulled over, a simple no should suffice. If they are fishing and they ask you, sir were did you came from that's when you pull your 5th amendment rights by stating. Sir I respectfully decline to answer your question or I'm invoking my 5th Amendment rights and decline to answer your question. If they want to check your car you can invoke the 4th by stating I am invoking my 4th amendment right and do not consent to any searches or seizures, do keep in mind Cops don't need a warrant to search your car just reasonable doubt which can get pretty screwy but a good rule of thumb is too not give the cop any chance to look inside your car by having your windows up and only opening it up a bit to give your license and registration. If after that they still want to inspect your car, cooperate but let them know that you are not giving them consent to do so. Do not answer any other questions they ask but be respectful and professional. After they search your car and obviously find nothing incriminating or even if they do your next questions is going to be, officer I'm I free to leave? If the cop doesn't want to arrest you by this point he will give you your id and registration and give you the ticket, which is a court citation btw and move on with your life, if they don't let you go you will be arrested. Being arrested is not the end of the world btw, just keep your mouth shut and lawyer up.
Also if you are in the state of Maryland like I am, you can refuse field sobriety tests btw so dont be a dope and get trapped by a cop.
No you should never say no for his question "Do you know why I pulled you over?" Just say, "Because I'm [skin color], sir?" Or better yet, just say "Sir, I respectfully decline to answer questions."
And if they bring in the K9 unit to do a sniff around your car, you're screwed. After they get a positive reaction (they will ALWAYS get a positive reaction from a K9 since the dog is willing to follow the officer's commands and will want to please them), then they can search your car.
Anything you say can and will be used against you.
my left ear really loved this one
Great stuff! My only complaint is that the sound is only playing through one speaker.
This guy acts like we all have $ to defend ourselves. Court costs a lot. Your freedom costs a lot.
Another reason not to let them search you or your car is because if they find any cash they will seize it under Civil Asset Forfeiture laws.
And it's practically impossible to get that money back! Fortunately, Virginia doesn't have civil forfeiture laws.
I was told by a cop once that refusing a breath test is considered an automatic fail
You do not have to take the roadside blow test, but the one at the station is the one that tells the tale
Be aware: The Supreme Court has ruled that just staying silent isn't the same as your right to remain silent. You MUST say that you are exercising your right to remain silent and not answer questions.
Can you legally refuse a field breath test in VA WITHOUT repercussions? I heard that you'd get your drivers license suspended.
You are referring to "Implied Consent" laws. If you refuse a field sobriety test in Utah, you lose your DL for two years
Just tell 'em, "Don't sayshit to me!" Cheers!
When the LEO says, "Dance, monkey. Dance."🤦♂️
When the commenter posts an incomplete comment
Some people get nervous and turn into a motor mouth. And talk themselves into handcuffs.
Cops are not there to be your friend