When You’re Stopped By The Police

Right to remain silent
Right to calmly and safely leave if you are not under arrest
Right to know why if you are arrested
Right to a lawyer if arrested
Right to refuse a search of your home without a search warrant
Right to refuse a search of your car unless the officer believes it contains evidence of a crime committed
Right to make a local phone call if arrested
Right to consult with your attorney without the officer listening

Remain calm and courteous with the officer at all times
NOT talk too much or admit guilt without first talking to your attorney
NOT lie or provide false information to the officer
Try to notify a friend or loved one if you are arrested
NOT fight with the police or interfere with police procedures
Keep your hands where the police can see them at all times
NOT run away or flee from the police
stop the car in a safe place as soon as reasonably possible
turn off the vehicle ignition
if asked, show your driver’s license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance
NOT lie about your immigration status or produce false documents
NOT discuss your immigration status with anyone except your lawyer
NOT say anything or sign anything upon being arrested without consulting a lawyer

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