• rtxn@lemmy.world
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    1 month ago

    Important addition: don’t just shut the fuck up.

    First, in some jurisdictions, failure to identify is an arrestable offense. Full name, date of birth, relevant cards/papers.

    Second, if you need to reach for something, say something so they don’t think you’re about to pull a weapon on them. Officer safety is always a concern in the land of handing out guns like candy.

    Third, explicitly state that you are exercising your fifth amendment rights. Otherwise you might run into an “I want a lawyer, dawg” situation.