Have you been driving and suddenly felt the spine-chilling panic of seeing blue and red flashing lights in your rearview? If you’re like most people, you know all too well how scary it can feel to be pulled over by the police, even when you don’t know what you were doing wrong.
A man in Philadelphia recently had this exact situation happen to him. After being pulled over for not making a complete stop at a stop sign, he complied with orders to show the officer his license, registration, and proof of insurance.
the police officer then got aggressive and demanded to search the man’s car solely because the man 'looked nervous.' Now what?
Knowing what your rights are in these situations is imperative. Would you know what you can legally say if a police officer asks to search your car for no reason? Do you have to agree to allow them to search?Let’s break it down.
The police officer didn’t have the right to demand to search this man’s car. Appearing nervous is not a valid legal reason to search his vehicle. When the man refused, the officer called in backup, and the situation escalated.
Luckily, the man called LegalShield and was quickly connected with a lawyer who informed him of his rights. When the lawyer presented herself and spoke to the officer by phone, the man was released with no citation or verbal warning.
If you ever find yourself in the same situation as this Philadelphia man, know these three key rights:
1. You are not required to consent to a search. Officers can search if they have probable cause, believe their safety is in danger, or you have been arrested, and the search is related to the arrest.
2. You have the right to remain silent.
3. If you're arrested, you have the right to an attorney. Police can still question you until you demand that you want a lawyer.
This man was wise to call LegalShield—if he hadn’t, the scenario could have gone completely differently.
Knowing your rights is necessary, whether you’re simply fighting a traffic ticket, got in an auto accident, or are refusing to have your car searched. It’s also crucial to have a lawyer on your side advocating for you in situations like this. A body camera is not required for police officers in some states. So, without a lawyer present, it could turn out to be your word against the police officer’s.
Legal altercations happen every day on the road, and it’s critical to know your rights and have support if you’re ever in a sticky situation like this one. Learn more about your traffic rights and get access to a seasoned traffic violations lawyer who knows the laws in your state.
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