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You are being urged to pull over by the police – do you know what to do? This is a situation that many people are unprepared for, but it is something that can happen even if you have done nothing wrong. It can be easy to panic in this situation, but you must remain calm and know what to do (and what not to do) so that you can resolve the issue and avoid making it worse. This post will show you the main steps to take when being pulled over by the police. Hopefully you will never have to use this, but it is best to be prepared.
Wait Until You Find Somewhere Safe to Pull Over
When you are being urged to pull over, it is very easy to panic and try to pull over immediately. It is important to know that you are allowed (and should) drive a short distance until you find somewhere suitable and safe to pull over. You can show the police that you are looking to pull over by slowing down and activating your turn signal.
Wait for the Police
Once you have pulled over, you should put the car in park and switch off the engine. Roll down the window and put your hands on the steering wheel where they will be easy to see. Never get out of the car and always wait for the police to walk up to the driver’s window.
Listen, Follow Orders & Remain Quiet
When the police officer approaches you, you must listen carefully to what they have to say. Do not state that you know why they pulled you over but follow any orders that they give you, which are likely to include handing over your license and registration and stepping outside of the vehicle. There is a good chance that you will be breathalyzed and you should always comply with this, whether you have had a drink or not. Avoid getting into an argument and understand that you will have a chance to clear matters up in court. You may have to sign a citation; this is not an admission of guilt and instead simply acknowledges that you have been pulled over.
Seek Legal Support
If you have been charged, you will then want to seek legal support and find a lawyer that specializes in this type of case. If you have been pulled over for impaired driving, for example, then you should seek legal support from an OUI lawyer that will be able to support you, fight for your rights, and seek the best possible outcome from the claim.
Getting pulled over by the police can be a scary experience whether you have done anything wrong or not. It is easy to panic in this situation, which could lead to bad decisions and make the situation much worse. Therefore, it is important that you know what to do in this situation so that you can remain calm and resolve the issue.
