What to do and not to do when you are pulled over

Getting pulled over is a scary experience, but the outcome completely depends on what you do (or what you don't do for that matter). The way you act has a great deal to do if you decide to go court against your traffic ticket.
If you are being followed by a police car that is signaling you to stop, pull over as quickly and as safely as you can. Make sure you don't break any traffic laws while doing so. Use your indicators to signal any lane change and don't stop abruptly. Pull over as much as you can to the right side of the road for the safety of the officer and yourself. And turn off the engine.
When the officer approaches you, roll down your window and put your hands in plain view. At nights, turn on the interior light of the vehicle. Don't do anything that would make the officer suspicious. The officers are trained to react to any suspicious situation and you don't want to give them any reason to point their gun at you. Never get out of the car unless instructed by the officer.
What you tell the officer and they way you tell them has great impact on the outcome of the trial, if any. Don't talk to the officer offensively. Be patient and answer their questions as short as you can. Don't argue with the officers and follow their instructions. If you are asked to give them your registration and insurance, do so immediately and without further questions. Never admit that you have violated any laws as that can be used against you in the court. Call (866) 780-1234 to consult with one of our traffic ticket lawyers.