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WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE STOPPED BY THE POLICE

~be polite and respectful ~

~never bad-mouth a police officer ~

~stay calm and in control of your word, body, and emotions ~

~don’t get into an argument with the police officer ~

~remember anything you say or do can be used against you ~

~keep your hands where the police can see them ~

~don’t run. don’t touch any police officer ~

~don’t resist, even if you believe you are innocent ~

~don’t complain on the scene or tell the police they’re wrong and you’re going to file a complaint ~

~do not make any statements regarding the incident ~

~ask for a lawyer immediately upon your arrest ~

~remember officers’ badge numbers and patrol car numbers ~

~write down everything you remember ASAP ~

~try to find witnesses, their names, and phone numbers ~

~if you are injured, take photos of the injuries as soon as possible, but make sure you seek medical attention first ~

~if you feel your rights have been violated, file or call in a complaint with the Civilian Complaint Review Board at 800-341-2272.~

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