For a variety of reasons, officers often care more about maintaining a high solve rate than they do about accurately identifying a person who broke the law. Partially as a result of this reality, many innocent people end up charged with crimes and may choose to plead guilty to the allegations they face because they feel that the state’s efforts…
When dealing with police officers, individuals generally need to know their rights. Police officers usually know they can’t overtly violate someone’s rights, but they may try to trick someone into giving up their rights. It is very easy to make mistakes when one feels anxious or stressed, which is a common response to a traffic stop or a crash. Police…
If police stop you or pull you over while you are driving, you may wonder what you did wrong and feel nervous and agitated. It is important to know what you must do and what your rights are in these situations so you can calmly respond responsibly. Stay calm The first thing you should do if the police pull you…