How to Prove You're Not a Cop

Living in a dangerous neighborhood can make a lot of sense. Rent is cheap, apartments tend to be roomier and there’s a liquor store on every corner. However, these perks come with what economists call “unintended consequences.” Roaming street gangs, destitute degenerates and of course, drug dealers are prominent figures in your neighborhood. And it’s the drug dealers that often cause the most problems. Due to the nature of their profession, they are inherently suspicious of cops posing as people. And, on some unfortunate occasion, while on a midnight stroll, you may be confronted by a dope peddler and be forced to prove you are in fact not a cop. Read on to learn how to prove you're not a cop.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Understand that in most movies and television shows, cops are forced to say they are cops when asked. But if in a potentially deadly situation, they can lie. Regardless, if asked if you are a cop, just say "No.”
2. If the dealer doesn’t believe you, he or she may ask you to smoke drugs to prove that you are not employed by the long arm of the law. This may be a tough choice, or if you like drugs, it may be an easy choice. However, if you feel you’re life is in danger, it’s not really a choice at all, is it? So spark up.
3. Thankfully, like every other member of society, police officers can’t expose their genitalia in public. You may be asked by a suspicious dealer to show your junk. It’s a simple violation of the law and further proves you’re not a cop.

Tips & Warnings

• Stay out of dangerous neighborhoods so you never need to use these tactics.