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I haven't been (nor plan to be) pulled over, but if it ever happened, what do I need to have, other than my licence and proof of insurance?
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[OT]What do you need in your car if you get pulled over....
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What exactly is considered, registration? Is that all the paperwork that you have to take to the DMV when you update your plates?
I keep license, registration and proof of insurance handy. I keep them clipped to the visor, and when I get pulled over, I just have them in my hands which are both outside the window. Being respectful, and having all your stuff together tends to work in your favor in my experience.
I like to carry a few dozen issues of "High Times", usually a few on the front and read dashboards, and a couple on the seat next to me. A pack or two of "E-Z-Widers" and a few empty (full?) cans of Red-White-&-Blue rolling about on the floor.
Oh, and don't forget the "Bad Cop, No Donut" bumper sticker.
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"[Even if there would be] few tears shed if and when the Second Amendment is held to guarantee nothing more than the state National Guard, this would simply show that the Founders were right when they feared that some future generation might wish to abandon liberties that they considered essential, and so sought to protect those liberties in a Bill of Rights. We may tolerate the abridgement of property rights and the elimination of a right to bear arms; but we should not pretend that these are not reductions of rights." -- Justice Scalia 1998
Oh, and don't forget the "Bad Cop, No Donut" bumper sticker.
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"[Even if there would be] few tears shed if and when the Second Amendment is held to guarantee nothing more than the state National Guard, this would simply show that the Founders were right when they feared that some future generation might wish to abandon liberties that they considered essential, and so sought to protect those liberties in a Bill of Rights. We may tolerate the abridgement of property rights and the elimination of a right to bear arms; but we should not pretend that these are not reductions of rights." -- Justice Scalia 1998
"What exactly is considered, registration? Is that all the paperwork that you have to take to the DMV when you update your plates?"
In all the states that I've lived in, it's the one that says "Registration" on it. And yes, you do get it from DMV. It shows the make, model, year, vin number, your name, address, the license plate number, and various other stuff.
Jared
In all the states that I've lived in, it's the one that says "Registration" on it. And yes, you do get it from DMV. It shows the make, model, year, vin number, your name, address, the license plate number, and various other stuff.
Jared
<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by USP45:
Oh, and don't forget the "Bad Cop, No Donut" bumper sticker.
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Mas Ayoob said that he can't wait to pull someone over with that bumper sticker. When he gets to the drivers door, he's going to say: "Bad Driver, No Mercy."
M1911
Oh, and don't forget the "Bad Cop, No Donut" bumper sticker.
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Mas Ayoob said that he can't wait to pull someone over with that bumper sticker. When he gets to the drivers door, he's going to say: "Bad Driver, No Mercy."
M1911
I'm NOT an attorney, but before I close this Off-Topic thread, I would suggest you have the following:
1) Current and correct operator's license.
2) Current and correct proof of insurance.
3) If your state requires it, current registration and inspection sticker.
4) Stop safely in a safe place for you and the LEO.
5) Once you're stopped, keep your hands on the steering wheel and your eyes straight ahead. (The first part of every traffic stop, the LEO is evaluating the level of risk you represent to him. He wants to stay alive. Don't fail the "safety check".)
6) Keep your safety belt on until the LEO sees it and then, when the officer asks for your documents, ask permission to take off the safety belt. That confirms you were wearing your safety belt and ensures he knows that flash of silver is a safety belt buckle - not a weapon. (The second part of every stop is the "attitude check". You don't have to grovel but be courteous.)
7) Most important: Have a courteous attitude and demeanor throughout the stop.
8) Remember: Badge, Gun - HE is in charge.
The only exception is for a female LEO. Then it's: Badge, Gun - SHE's in charge!
Many LEOs believe in giving a lecture OR a ticket, so stay calm and you might get off with a warning.
Mouth off (also known as "standing up for my rights") and you can get the ticket and a 30 minute "safety check" before you're turned loose. (Yes, that's legal.)
If you want to keep the LEO from doing "anything illegal", you better know the law better than that professional lawman. He has at least a year's training in the law, has to abide by the law to satisfy his supervisor and the courts, and may have God only knows how many years experience in the law. ... You have, how much???
Common sense, buddy. Common sense and courtesy.
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1) Current and correct operator's license.
2) Current and correct proof of insurance.
3) If your state requires it, current registration and inspection sticker.
4) Stop safely in a safe place for you and the LEO.
5) Once you're stopped, keep your hands on the steering wheel and your eyes straight ahead. (The first part of every traffic stop, the LEO is evaluating the level of risk you represent to him. He wants to stay alive. Don't fail the "safety check".)
6) Keep your safety belt on until the LEO sees it and then, when the officer asks for your documents, ask permission to take off the safety belt. That confirms you were wearing your safety belt and ensures he knows that flash of silver is a safety belt buckle - not a weapon. (The second part of every stop is the "attitude check". You don't have to grovel but be courteous.)
7) Most important: Have a courteous attitude and demeanor throughout the stop.
8) Remember: Badge, Gun - HE is in charge.
The only exception is for a female LEO. Then it's: Badge, Gun - SHE's in charge!
Many LEOs believe in giving a lecture OR a ticket, so stay calm and you might get off with a warning.
Mouth off (also known as "standing up for my rights") and you can get the ticket and a 30 minute "safety check" before you're turned loose. (Yes, that's legal.)
If you want to keep the LEO from doing "anything illegal", you better know the law better than that professional lawman. He has at least a year's training in the law, has to abide by the law to satisfy his supervisor and the courts, and may have God only knows how many years experience in the law. ... You have, how much???
Common sense, buddy. Common sense and courtesy.
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