Being pulled over by a police officer—even if it’s not your first time—can be scary. You may start to panic or “freak out,” but it is important that you remain calm, because having a good attitude and behaving correctly could be the difference between a verbal warning and a ticket.
We all want to avoid tickets. Tickets cost money, put points on your license, and increase the cost of your insurance. So, to avoid getting a ticket when you are pulled over you should follow the tips laid out in this article
- Respect the officer. Do not argue or act aloof when you are pulled over. It is offensive to the officer. In this type of situation it is best to be on your best behavior. Speak politely and remain calm throughout the entire interaction.
- Pull over immediately. Do not pretend that you do not see the officer motioning for you to pull over to the side of the road. As soon as you see an officer pulling you over, get to the side of the road. Not doing so is disrespectful and will make the officer upset with you before you even have a chance to explain yourself. You do not want to make the officer mad before she even speaks with you.
- Turn your car off. Once you pull to the side of the road, you should turn your vehicle off. Not doing so implies that you are in a hurry or are planning to flee once the officer approached your car. Once your car is off, you should turn off your radio (or other sound system) and place your hands on your wheel at the 10 and 2 position. This implies respect for the officer and displays that the officer is in no danger by approaching your car.
Note: when the officer approaches, take note whether he is in a marked vehicle and wearing the proper uniform. If he is not, you may have a good speed trap defense.
If you have been pulled over for a traffic violation in Fulton County, DeKalb County, Cobb County, or any other communities in the Alpharetta area, you should contact attorney Scott Miller. Scott Miller is an experienced attorney who may be able to help you with your Alpharetta traffic violation defense.
Never pay a ticket without first consulting an attorney. A ticket that may not be expensive can have a lasting cost in the form of license points and insurance costs. Call the Law Office of Scott Miller at 770-408-1001 today so he can start helping you fight your traffic violation in Georgia.
