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In this week’s library article, we discussed what not to do when you are pulled over for a traffic violation by Georgia law enforcement. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at what you specifically shouldn’t say to a police officer during a traffic stop. Here are the top five:
- “Yes, I broke the law.” Why admit guilt on the scene? Even if you believe that you did violate the law, you might not fully understand what took place or why you were pulled over. You may also not understand the consequences of the traffic charge.
- “I know why you pulled me over.” There is no reason to let the officer know that you understand the traffic stop – or to guess the reason, right or wrong. In general, you should only answer direct questions and don’t offer more information than is necessary.
- “Why are you pulling me over?” It is best to let the police officer ask the questions. He or she will let you know why you were stopped. Don’t feel that you have to admit to or deny the traffic violation. It’s fine to say, “I see,” or “I understand.”
- “I pay your salary!” This might be true, but it’s not going to help you get out of your ticket or help you interact successfully with the police officer.
- “I just don’t want to.” If you refuse to do something that the police officer asks of you, make sure that you know your rights and have a good reason to say no.
If you have made these mistakes but still wish to fight your traffic charge, don’t panic. You may still be able to prove your innocence or improve your situation. To learn more about your options, call the Law Office of Scott Miller today to speak with an Atlanta traffic violation attorney: 770-408-1001.
