#200 Wrongful Conviction Podcasts PSA - What to Do When Stopped by the Police (Routine Traffic Stop)

Published May 14, 2021, 4:12 AM

Jason Flom (“Wrongful Conviction with Jason Flom” podcast) and Rabia Chaudry (“Undisclosed" podcast) got together to create a series of PSAs on how to safely respond to encounters with the police. The PSAs cover a variety of different encounters and may save your life. Please listen and share.

The information and opinions shared here are not intended to be, and should not be construed as, legal advice and do not form an attorney-client relationship.

Wrongful Conviction with Jason Flom is a production of Lava for Good™ Podcasts in association with Signal Co No1.

Hi, I'm Jason Flam and I'm the host of Wrongful Conviction with Jason Flam. And I'm Robbiah Audrey, attorney and co host of Undisclosed. So we want to talk to you today about your rights and how they relate to interactions with the police. So, Robbia, let's say you're driving along and you see flashing lights in your rear view mirror. Now, no matter who you are, what's the first thought that comes to mind? Oh? Fuck, yeah, that's right. Fuck. No one likes getting pulled over. At the very best, you're getting off of the warning. And we've all seen video evidence of everyone's worst fears becoming real. Now, what are some tips to keep this situation from escalating. Yeah, we've all seen those videos. So here's a few ways to make sure that doesn't happen. Now, if you're pulled over in your car, if possible, try to stop in a well at area, but certainly do not lead any police officers on the chase. Then roll down your window halfway, turn off the car, put your hands on the steering wheel, and make no sudden movements. We know how that could turn out. If you're asked provide your license registration insurance. It's always a good idea to how those documents just organized and ready to go anytime you need them, instead of having to search around in the moment. I remember, you have the right to remain silent. You don't have to answer any questions at all. You can stay loudly. I have the right to remain silent, and I am exercising my right. I will not answer any questions. You also don't have to consent to a search of your person or your belongings. And if you don't consent, make sure they know it. Say I do not consent to a search of my person or my belongings. I'm not saying this will stop the search, but it might help you legally down the road. Now, the police don't need search warrants for items that are in plain view, so make sure to keep private items out of sight. Now, if you're a passenger in a car that's been pulled over, then you can ask if you're free to leave. And finally, just remember this look. If you're being arrested, do not resist arrest. It does not end well. Our goal is to help you stay safe during these interactions and keep yourself out of jail. And out of harm's way, So listen up. There's even an app called pulled Over by the Police. It's on the iPhone. It automatically records your interactions. All you have to do is say a two Siri, Hey Siri, I'm being pulled over by police. But you have to download the app first, so to learn more and get involved, listen to Undisclosed and listen to Wrongful Conviction podcasts. These are your legal rights. You know them, understand them, and exercise them.

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