When pulled over, your natural inclination is to not say anything at all, for fear of saying the wrong thing. But silence is often an indication of something to hide.
First, know what to call the cop who pulls you over. Try to guess the officer's proper title:
* If his uniform has three or more stripes, chances are, she is a sergeant. * One or two stripes usually indicates a corporal. * An officer with no stripes but who is in a state police car is a trooper. * No stripes and a county car indicates a deputy. * If you aren't sure, stick with "Officer."
Do not treat a female cop differently. Don't say anything to her that you would not say to a policeman. She is not a Miss or Ma'am. Use the same honorifics as with any other officer.
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