The author discusses what to do when you're pulled over by the police in Michigan.
Pull Over in a Safe Area:
First of all, the most important rule to follow is to pull over in a safe area, as soon as it is reasonable and safe to do so. Don’t pull over in a place that is going to put you or the officer in danger. Make sure the police officer is aware that you are going to pull over. Slow down your speed and use your turn signals.
Don’t Coast for a Long Time:
Secondly, don’t coast for several blocks before pulling over. If you continue to coast, the cop is going to think, “what is this guy doing?”. The police officer may think you’re stalling because you’re trying to hide something. If you pass a few safe places to pull over, the officer is definitely going to think you’re up to something, and that raises suspicion.
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Keep Your Hands on the Wheel:
Keep your hands on the wheel as the police officer approaches your vehicle. You do not want the police officer to think you are reaching for a weapon or the gear shift, which can turn the car into a weapon.
Stay in the Car:
You should always stay in the car unless the police officer asks you to get out. If you get out of the car before the police officer even gets to your car he is going to think something is wrong.
Be Careful What You Say:
Being polite to the officer isn’t necessarily a pre-requisite, but it can never hurt you. If you want to try and help your cause with the ticket you may be getting, be very nice and polite to the police officer. You never get a favor if you are rude and yelling. Most people, including police officers, are not going to help you if you are rude or mean to them.
