It was a very entertaining video to watch as well as it was informative. It is completely fine to refuse the questioning of police because it is a constitutional right that you can remain silent and that they can’t search without probable cause. I just like watching how they refuse to even give law enforcement their name and see the reactions of the officers. What I didn’t like is how they were giving you tips of how to get past a DUI check stop even though you are over the legal limit. If you are telling them that they can do these certain things to get out of it is basically putting innocent people in a lot of danger so that this person that is illegally under the influence can get through a checkpoint, it is preserving their rights but it can end up having them injured, kill another person, or themselves. Birdman123
I do agree with you on disliking the tips of how to get out of a DUI check point even if you are over the legal limit. Yes, it is practicing your rights, but if done right that can lead to some serious issues and lead to the harm of the person, another individual, or even in some instances other officers. I also agree that it is kind of humorous watching the officers reaction when the subject wont even present their names. That is their right. And like they say, "anything you do or say can and will be used against you in the court of law." Sparks 123
I agree. I thought it was kind of odd that the women asked how to avoid a DUI even if guilty. That's kind of ironic because officers don't have the right to be suspicious and question someone, but that same person has rights that can almost be like a "get out of jail free" card. Some people can handle there alcohol better than others. What if that person can put on a poker face for 5 minutes while stopped, and not have to answer to anything? I'm sure this doesn't happen to often but its still a possibility. gabegun123
I didn't think about the DUI point that she made, but I completely agree with Birdman. I don't think it's good that she's letting people know that the breathalyzer won't be used against them in court because they're inaccurate. I'm also not hip on the idea of her telling viewers how they can get out of the checkpoint (as Sparks said) by declining to answer anything. Gators123
It is definitely worrying learning that there are ways to bypass a DUI checkpoint and possibly endanger other people in the process. While there is a lot of helpful information given, it seems that doing these things can escalate an ordinary peaceful stop into a long drawn out procedure that could have been done and over with. Acquainted123
This video was a really good one and informative video to watch. It gave a lot of good tips on how to invoke your rights when being questioned by an authority. However, some people may take some of these tips the wrong way resulting in an ugly turn out for them. For instance, when they were talking about what to do at a checkpoint and wether or not you have or should roll down your window can be a very misleading tip. Some officers might consider it reasonable doubt that you are doing something wrong such as drinking and driving or having something illegal in the car. Like they said this could result in the officer getting mad and busting out the window leading to bigger issues such as "obstructing justice". I feel as if though you are respectful towards the officer and you practice your rights in a respectful manor you will be better off. Sparks123
This video was very interesting to watch. It contained a lot of helpful information about an individuals rights. In modern day America it is very important that all citizens know their rights but a lot of people are still unaware. Naturally, I think that being disrespectful and rude to an officer draws suspicion. Yes, officers do sometimes over step their boundaries but two wrongs do not make a right. There is a difference in exercising your rights and just being a jerk. I think if your going to exercise your rights like this you should do it with respect to all parties involved. If you approach the situation calmly and with respect towards the officers I think it would be a different story. Get the card if you have to and hand it to them with your license. Exercise your rights but don't over step your boundaries. gabegun123
In the video everyone who came forth with attitude encountered problems. The people who were respectful did not. You give respect and you receive respect in return. (sorry, original post was under 150) gabegun123
gabegun123 people take things to the extreme and have attitudes for no reason ultimately created a problem for no reason and of course you become suspicious. even if you encounter an a@#hole officer remain calm respectful so you can continue on your journey. patient123
Very informal video but sometime people can go way over board when there pulled over if people remand come and talk like they had sense the process would go a little smoother if you know you did nothing wrong don't make big fuss and know your right a lot of people take it way to far and end up in jail.patient123
I have a problem with checkpoints and don’t understand how the Supreme Court can find them constitutional. They are called Safety check points here with the stated objective of identifying drunk drivers and those without seat belts. However the cars are stopped at random without probable cause and the occupants questioned about their alcohol consumption. To make matters worse I understand these are conducted because of Federal monies specifically for this type of activity. Checkpoints are used by the military in combat areas, for the express purpose of controlling the local population. Except for the video clip where the driver was tazed, I thought the examples of responses to questions were great in illustrating the point of being respectful and non-aggressive, while still exercising their individual rights. On the clip with the tazing, the officer lost control of the situation and the result out of proportion to the incident as it was depicted. Humvee123
I believe the checkpoints are a good thing, If people know they can be stopped at anytime they will be more likely not to do something illegal such as DUI, if there is less DUI offenders then there will be less death occurring by drunk driving it is a positive thing in my opinion. Elite123
This video was quite entertaining to watch. I’m not too keen on the woman practically telling everyone to decline answering any questions. Going into the policing field, I don’t want to hear someone tell me no. I understand her point on giving them evidence if you cooperate, but I believe (I know I’m sounding like a broken record) that if you have nothing to hide, you have no reason to be worried. In some of the clips in this video, the people being questioned were downright rude to the officers. There is absolutely no reason to be rude to them; they’re just doing their job. In the video, however, there were also people who were being polite to the officers. One officer said that he respects that the couple declined to answer questions, as they were polite about it. If everyone could be like that, I definitely think life would be much easier in the policing world. Gators123
It did seem unneeded that some of the people in the videos were being rude to the officers. They are just doing their job; there is no need to be angry when an officer asks you a simple question to gather basic information about you. A simple no thank you and explain to them that you know your rights is better than creating a hostile situation for no reason. Birdman123
This video was very amusing to watch. It shows lots of examples of how some police officers can be intimidating. They talked about how you should just say no if a police officer asks you if they can search the car because they might find something that you don't even know is there. Also it shows videos of citizens asking if they are being detained , because they are trying to determine if they can just walk away or not. The idea of keeping a card on you that shows your rights is a very good idea, however it might not stop the officer asking questions to you. Another thing the video touched on was to not give to much information to them. Anything you say can and will be used against you. Everything you say to them is considered to be evidence. The video also talks about DUI, you don't even have to be over the limit to be charged with DUI and the Breathalyzer tests are sometimes not accurate and can not be used in court. Elite123
Yes, that part of the video got me too. I was always under the impression that you had to be driving over the limit to be issued a DUI. However, that is not true in many instances the officer can arrest you for the sobriety test results being under the actual limit. Many rules and guidelines in America have changed drastically today than they were yesterday. Forensic123
This video gives a lot of mixed feelings. While it is important to know your rights and use them when necessary, it appears that some people in the video were going about this for no particular reason other than to make the police officer's job more difficult. There also is an issue with information being given on how to avoid going through a DUI checkpoint as I feel that could have been left out of the video entirely. From my personal experience the only time I see these checkpoints are on holiday weekends when it is more likely that people are driving under the influence and I think that they do more good than harm. All in all while the video was very informative it left a big window for possible altercations in the future. For example someone may do the same thing as the people in the video and end being injured by an overzealous cop trying to make an example out of him. Acquainted123
I understand it is important to know your rights but this is a little out of hand. If you don't have anything to hide then why not answer the questions? It really makes people look suspicious when you are a jerk to them and refuse to answer. The police are only trying to do their job, its completely disrespectful to mouth off and be complicated with them. These men and woman risk their lives every day so we can live in a safe world where people enforce the laws. Sadly the police are no longer seen as a protector, now a days everyone runs from them. I think it is completely fair for them to check to make sure you are a u.s. citizen, have a valid drivers license, and are not drunk. Too many people have gotten away with these things which is why they do the checks in the first place. Respect the police and what they are trying to do. VT012
I would have to agree with you for the most part, if you don’t have anything to hide then why not just answer all their questions. But when people get stopped daily at border patrol stops all these questions that they ask are really none of their business, I have lived in areas with these check points and they really do ask questions that just make people really mad. The officers need to keep it professional at all times. GRUNT123
I completely agree with your statement above that the police are just trying to keep us safe. The individuals who are obnoxious and try to look tough on camera do seem like they have something to hide. They don't just put road blocks up to cause a hassle to everyones day they just want to protect the surrounding communities from potentially dangerous situations. Explorer123
Grunt123 I agree fully with what you are speaking. Many cops abuse their authority and try to get a person to incriminate or tell on themselves. It is not so my h that you have something to hide. Though If we put in in a diffrent perspective you will see it a bit differently. Let's say you pull up to the drive through at McDonald's to pay for your order, and before you can hand the cashier the money she get to asking you.... Do you smoke? Do you drink? Does your wife or husband cheat? Are those your kids in the back seat? You'd be highly upset why is he or she in your business. Just as a cop is a complete stranger the cashier is also. She wears a name tag and he has a badge. Both are a stranger seeking info on you. Depending on the circumstances and the cops attitude is how some will respond. Forensic123
You can very much so show respect to police while telling them that they cannot search you. Obviously as seen in the video at the end they were kind and respectful to the officer even though they did not let him in the car. The officer should in turn respect your rights and if the officer is not doing that then he or she is not doing their job properly. Even though they are just standing there doing their job they should be very aware of what they are doing and if what they are doing is a valid and legal thing to do. If this isn't dealt with it will just get worse and worse making the cops more and more wrong with what they are doing. Respect goes both ways and if its only on one side of the situation then I do not necessarily see a problem with what these people are doing.
This video hits home with me, I thought it was an awesome video and here is way, I lived in southern California for five years and I was in an area where anytime I waned to get on the freeway there was a boarder patrol check point. I had went through the check point many times before and never had I been asked any questions, the officers rarely even looked into my car, on one day I had a buddy with me that was Hispanic and as we were going through the check point a officer looked into my car then told me to roll down the window so I did, he asked me to pull my car over to the side and I asked why, he said they had received a tip that a car like mine was smuggling drugs from Mexico. So I pulled over an called my chain of command from the military and I was told from them to not let them search anything or even answer any questions and to just had them my military ID, so I did and they let us go, but I know I was pulled over because my friend was of a different race. GRUNT123
As much as we wish it didn't happen, racial profiling is always going to be a problem. I remember going through California last year during a vacation. We went through a fruit/customs type search thing looking for fruit or something. They had stopped the person in front of us, who i noticed was of hispanic descent, and talked to him for a good five minutes. Then a car of four white people were just ushered through. It's mostly all profiling.
“Know Your Rights” video was entertaining and insightful. Some of the people in the video are just being stupid because they are with their friend and want to show everyone this “funny” video they took. Yes you have rights when it comes to answering questions and having your personal things searched but there is also a respectful way to do so. I agree that if you aren't being detained that you should be able to just leave but it would be easier for both you and the authorities to just corporate and not make scene. If I was stopped at a DUI road block I would corporate because I would have nothing to hide and I would want the authorities to stop a drunk driving because they could potentially kill someone else by driving reckless. Some of the officers did take it too far with breaking windows and cussing at the people but I cant imagine how stressful it is to have to stand there and talk to everyone that goes through, they didn't ask to be put there they were told to do their job and thats what they are trying to do. Explorer123
Very interesting video! It is important that each of us know are rights. Because many times a situation simple as a "port of entry" stop can become dangerous if the situation makes a turn for the worst. And many times can become fatal. However, you are as a U.S Citizen entitled to your constitutional right to remain silent. Though if a triple homicide has just taken place in Texas in your car fits the description and you are attempting to cross the border of Mexico. Than just maybe you should probably give enough info to plead your innocence. Another interesting factor that the here video touched on was that you do not have to be considered drunk to be issued a DUI. I never personally knew that this was so. If you as a citizen are entitled to certain rights, why wouldn't you want to inform yourself of these rights. And what you are unable to understand a law library or lawyer can explain to you in further brevity. Forensic123
I paused this video so far about six minutes in. They are currently talking about why people do not answer the "are you a citizen?" question. I for have the opinion of just answer the person asking you. He/She is just doing their job they are required to do, and you are acting immature. In no way will it harm you if you are a legal U.S. citizen to answer yes to this question. Be respectful and calm and 99% of the time you will be fine. I understand that some of police are on power trips and will not so you the same respect that you should show them. But if they ask if you're a citizen i see no problem into saying "yes." When they ask to search your car you should always say no. Yet again most will respect this. But some will not and you will have some of these bad eggs that you see in these videos. I think it boils down to them having a bad day or just being police to bully people. But you have to not be aggressive regardless or it will end bad for you and the officer in question. I'm sure most officers will be like the one at the end who said he respected them for knowing their rights and being respectful. Probably made his day a little bit better. Buckeyes123
This video was hilarious I got a huge laugh out of it. It really shows how much some officers actually know about the laws that they trying to enforce. Officers need to be more like the last one in the video that actually understood that they had a right to not talk and that they did not have to let him in the car whatsoever. The lady cop in the video seemed like she was not a very good cop or maybe that she has just never had somebody do that but it was very unprofessional of her to get that mad but if I was in the car I would be laughing so hard. It is not a crime to know your rights and people should be informed about this a lot more that way some people might not get taken advantage of by the police as much.
Sticking to the dui check point I see no problem with them at all, I have been through several road side checks. These check points do not take long to go through. I have a few minutes to spare for them to run DL and plate not a big deal. It does not bother me that they look in my car when I’m there and look at me to see if they feel I’m impaired. Growing up as a tow truck driver’s son I have seen so many vehicles that have been in fatal accidents from DUI drivers. What happens if you refuse one of these check points, they let you drive off, and you drive through the next stop light down the road and kill a family. I personally will go through the slight inconvenience of the check point; these officers may stop someone that night that shouldn’t be on the road. Silverline123
It was a very entertaining video to watch as well as it was informative. It is completely fine to refuse the questioning of police because it is a constitutional right that you can remain silent and that they can’t search without probable cause. I just like watching how they refuse to even give law enforcement their name and see the reactions of the officers. What I didn’t like is how they were giving you tips of how to get past a DUI check stop even though you are over the legal limit. If you are telling them that they can do these certain things to get out of it is basically putting innocent people in a lot of danger so that this person that is illegally under the influence can get through a checkpoint, it is preserving their rights but it can end up having them injured, kill another person, or themselves. Birdman123
ReplyDeleteI do agree with you on disliking the tips of how to get out of a DUI check point even if you are over the legal limit. Yes, it is practicing your rights, but if done right that can lead to some serious issues and lead to the harm of the person, another individual, or even in some instances other officers. I also agree that it is kind of humorous watching the officers reaction when the subject wont even present their names. That is their right. And like they say, "anything you do or say can and will be used against you in the court of law." Sparks 123
DeleteI agree. I thought it was kind of odd that the women asked how to avoid a DUI even if guilty. That's kind of ironic because officers don't have the right to be suspicious and question someone, but that same person has rights that can almost be like a "get out of jail free" card. Some people can handle there alcohol better than others. What if that person can put on a poker face for 5 minutes while stopped, and not have to answer to anything? I'm sure this doesn't happen to often but its still a possibility. gabegun123
DeleteI didn't think about the DUI point that she made, but I completely agree with Birdman. I don't think it's good that she's letting people know that the breathalyzer won't be used against them in court because they're inaccurate. I'm also not hip on the idea of her telling viewers how they can get out of the checkpoint (as Sparks said) by declining to answer anything. Gators123
DeleteIt is definitely worrying learning that there are ways to bypass a DUI checkpoint and possibly endanger other people in the process. While there is a lot of helpful information given, it seems that doing these things can escalate an ordinary peaceful stop into a long drawn out procedure that could have been done and over with. Acquainted123
DeleteThis video was a really good one and informative video to watch. It gave a lot of good tips on how to invoke your rights when being questioned by an authority. However, some people may take some of these tips the wrong way resulting in an ugly turn out for them. For instance, when they were talking about what to do at a checkpoint and wether or not you have or should roll down your window can be a very misleading tip. Some officers might consider it reasonable doubt that you are doing something wrong such as drinking and driving or having something illegal in the car. Like they said this could result in the officer getting mad and busting out the window leading to bigger issues such as "obstructing justice". I feel as if though you are respectful towards the officer and you practice your rights in a respectful manor you will be better off. Sparks123
ReplyDeleteThis video was very interesting to watch. It contained a lot of helpful information about an individuals rights. In modern day America it is very important that all citizens know their rights but a lot of people are still unaware. Naturally, I think that being disrespectful and rude to an officer draws suspicion. Yes, officers do sometimes over step their boundaries but two wrongs do not make a right. There is a difference in exercising your rights and just being a jerk. I think if your going to exercise your rights like this you should do it with respect to all parties involved. If you approach the situation calmly and with respect towards the officers I think it would be a different story. Get the card if you have to and hand it to them with your license. Exercise your rights but don't over step your boundaries. gabegun123
ReplyDeleteIn the video everyone who came forth with attitude encountered problems. The people who were respectful did not. You give respect and you receive respect in return. (sorry, original post was under 150) gabegun123
Deletegabegun123 people take things to the extreme and have attitudes for no reason ultimately created a problem for no reason and of course you become suspicious. even if you encounter an a@#hole officer remain calm respectful so you can continue on your journey. patient123
DeleteVery informal video but sometime people can go way over board when there pulled over if people remand come and talk like they had sense the process would go a little smoother if you know you did nothing wrong don't make big fuss and know your right a lot of people take it way to far and end up in jail.patient123
ReplyDeleteI have a problem with checkpoints and don’t understand how the Supreme Court can find them constitutional. They are called Safety check points here with the stated objective of identifying drunk drivers and those without seat belts. However the cars are stopped at random without probable cause and the occupants questioned about their alcohol consumption. To make matters worse I understand these are conducted because of Federal monies specifically for this type of activity. Checkpoints are used by the military in combat areas, for the express purpose of controlling the local population. Except for the video clip where the driver was tazed, I thought the examples of responses to questions were great in illustrating the point of being respectful and non-aggressive, while still exercising their individual rights. On the clip with the tazing, the officer lost control of the situation and the result out of proportion to the incident as it was depicted. Humvee123
ReplyDeleteI believe the checkpoints are a good thing, If people know they can be stopped at anytime they will be more likely not to do something illegal such as DUI, if there is less DUI offenders then there will be less death occurring by drunk driving it is a positive thing in my opinion. Elite123
DeleteThis video was quite entertaining to watch. I’m not too keen on the woman practically telling everyone to decline answering any questions. Going into the policing field, I don’t want to hear someone tell me no. I understand her point on giving them evidence if you cooperate, but I believe (I know I’m sounding like a broken record) that if you have nothing to hide, you have no reason to be worried. In some of the clips in this video, the people being questioned were downright rude to the officers. There is absolutely no reason to be rude to them; they’re just doing their job. In the video, however, there were also people who were being polite to the officers. One officer said that he respects that the couple declined to answer questions, as they were polite about it. If everyone could be like that, I definitely think life would be much easier in the policing world. Gators123
ReplyDeleteIt did seem unneeded that some of the people in the videos were being rude to the officers. They are just doing their job; there is no need to be angry when an officer asks you a simple question to gather basic information about you. A simple no thank you and explain to them that you know your rights is better than creating a hostile situation for no reason. Birdman123
DeleteThis video was very amusing to watch. It shows lots of examples of how some police officers can be intimidating. They talked about how you should just say no if a police officer asks you if they can search the car because they might find something that you don't even know is there. Also it shows videos of citizens asking if they are being detained , because they are trying to determine if they can just walk away or not. The idea of keeping a card on you that shows your rights is a very good idea, however it might not stop the officer asking questions to you. Another thing the video touched on was to not give to much information to them. Anything you say can and will be used against you. Everything you say to them is considered to be evidence. The video also talks about DUI, you don't even have to be over the limit to be charged with DUI and the Breathalyzer tests are sometimes not accurate and can not be used in court. Elite123
ReplyDeleteYes, that part of the video got me too. I was always under the impression that you had to be driving over the limit to be issued a DUI. However, that is not true in many instances the officer can arrest you for the sobriety test results being under the actual limit. Many rules and guidelines in America have changed drastically today than they were yesterday. Forensic123
DeleteThis video gives a lot of mixed feelings. While it is important to know your rights and use them when necessary, it appears that some people in the video were going about this for no particular reason other than to make the police officer's job more difficult. There also is an issue with information being given on how to avoid going through a DUI checkpoint as I feel that could have been left out of the video entirely. From my personal experience the only time I see these checkpoints are on holiday weekends when it is more likely that people are driving under the influence and I think that they do more good than harm. All in all while the video was very informative it left a big window for possible altercations in the future. For example someone may do the same thing as the people in the video and end being injured by an overzealous cop trying to make an example out of him. Acquainted123
ReplyDeleteI understand it is important to know your rights but this is a little out of hand. If you don't have anything to hide then why not answer the questions? It really makes people look suspicious when you are a jerk to them and refuse to answer. The police are only trying to do their job, its completely disrespectful to mouth off and be complicated with them. These men and woman risk their lives every day so we can live in a safe world where people enforce the laws. Sadly the police are no longer seen as a protector, now a days everyone runs from them. I think it is completely fair for them to check to make sure you are a u.s. citizen, have a valid drivers license, and are not drunk. Too many people have gotten away with these things which is why they do the checks in the first place. Respect the police and what they are trying to do. VT012
ReplyDeleteI would have to agree with you for the most part, if you don’t have anything to hide then why not just answer all their questions. But when people get stopped daily at border patrol stops all these questions that they ask are really none of their business, I have lived in areas with these check points and they really do ask questions that just make people really mad. The officers need to keep it professional at all times.
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I completely agree with your statement above that the police are just trying to keep us safe. The individuals who are obnoxious and try to look tough on camera do seem like they have something to hide. They don't just put road blocks up to cause a hassle to everyones day they just want to protect the surrounding communities from potentially dangerous situations.
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Grunt123 I agree fully with what you are speaking. Many cops abuse their authority and try to get a person to incriminate or tell on themselves. It is not so my h that you have something to hide. Though If we put in in a diffrent perspective you will see it a bit differently. Let's say you pull up to the drive through at McDonald's to pay for your order, and before you can hand the cashier the money she get to asking you.... Do you smoke? Do you drink? Does your wife or husband cheat? Are those your kids in the back seat? You'd be highly upset why is he or she in your business. Just as a cop is a complete stranger the cashier is also. She wears a name tag and he has a badge. Both are a stranger seeking info on you. Depending on the circumstances and the cops attitude is how some will respond. Forensic123
DeleteYou can very much so show respect to police while telling them that they cannot search you. Obviously as seen in the video at the end they were kind and respectful to the officer even though they did not let him in the car. The officer should in turn respect your rights and if the officer is not doing that then he or she is not doing their job properly. Even though they are just standing there doing their job they should be very aware of what they are doing and if what they are doing is a valid and legal thing to do. If this isn't dealt with it will just get worse and worse making the cops more and more wrong with what they are doing. Respect goes both ways and if its only on one side of the situation then I do not necessarily see a problem with what these people are doing.
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This video hits home with me, I thought it was an awesome video and here is way, I lived in southern California for five years and I was in an area where anytime I waned to get on the freeway there was a boarder patrol check point. I had went through the check point many times before and never had I been asked any questions, the officers rarely even looked into my car, on one day I had a buddy with me that was Hispanic and as we were going through the check point a officer looked into my car then told me to roll down the window so I did, he asked me to pull my car over to the side and I asked why, he said they had received a tip that a car like mine was smuggling drugs from Mexico. So I pulled over an called my chain of command from the military and I was told from them to not let them search anything or even answer any questions and to just had them my military ID, so I did and they let us go, but I know I was pulled over because my friend was of a different race.
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As much as we wish it didn't happen, racial profiling is always going to be a problem. I remember going through California last year during a vacation. We went through a fruit/customs type search thing looking for fruit or something. They had stopped the person in front of us, who i noticed was of hispanic descent, and talked to him for a good five minutes. Then a car of four white people were just ushered through. It's mostly all profiling.
Delete“Know Your Rights” video was entertaining and insightful. Some of the people in the video are just being stupid because they are with their friend and want to show everyone this “funny” video they took. Yes you have rights when it comes to answering questions and having your personal things searched but there is also a respectful way to do so. I agree that if you aren't being detained that you should be able to just leave but it would be easier for both you and the authorities to just corporate and not make scene. If I was stopped at a DUI road block I would corporate because I would have nothing to hide and I would want the authorities to stop a drunk driving because they could potentially kill someone else by driving reckless. Some of the officers did take it too far with breaking windows and cussing at the people but I cant imagine how stressful it is to have to stand there and talk to everyone that goes through, they didn't ask to be put there they were told to do their job and thats what they are trying to do.
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Very interesting video! It is important that each of us know are rights. Because many times a situation simple as a "port of entry" stop can become dangerous if the situation makes a turn for the worst. And many times can become fatal. However, you are as a U.S Citizen entitled to your constitutional right to remain silent. Though if a triple homicide has just taken place in Texas in your car fits the description and you are attempting to cross the border of Mexico. Than just maybe you should probably give enough info to plead your innocence. Another interesting factor that the here video touched on was that you do not have to be considered drunk to be issued a DUI. I never personally knew that this was so. If you as a citizen are entitled to certain rights, why wouldn't you want to inform yourself of these rights. And what you are unable to understand a law library or lawyer can explain to you in further brevity. Forensic123
ReplyDeleteI paused this video so far about six minutes in. They are currently talking about why people do not answer the "are you a citizen?" question. I for have the opinion of just answer the person asking you. He/She is just doing their job they are required to do, and you are acting immature. In no way will it harm you if you are a legal U.S. citizen to answer yes to this question. Be respectful and calm and 99% of the time you will be fine. I understand that some of police are on power trips and will not so you the same respect that you should show them. But if they ask if you're a citizen i see no problem into saying "yes." When they ask to search your car you should always say no. Yet again most will respect this. But some will not and you will have some of these bad eggs that you see in these videos. I think it boils down to them having a bad day or just being police to bully people. But you have to not be aggressive regardless or it will end bad for you and the officer in question. I'm sure most officers will be like the one at the end who said he respected them for knowing their rights and being respectful. Probably made his day a little bit better.
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This video was hilarious I got a huge laugh out of it. It really shows how much some officers actually know about the laws that they trying to enforce. Officers need to be more like the last one in the video that actually understood that they had a right to not talk and that they did not have to let him in the car whatsoever. The lady cop in the video seemed like she was not a very good cop or maybe that she has just never had somebody do that but it was very unprofessional of her to get that mad but if I was in the car I would be laughing so hard. It is not a crime to know your rights and people should be informed about this a lot more that way some people might not get taken advantage of by the police as much.
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Sticking to the dui check point I see no problem with them at all, I have been through several road side checks. These check points do not take long to go through. I have a few minutes to spare for them to run DL and plate not a big deal. It does not bother me that they look in my car when I’m there and look at me to see if they feel I’m impaired. Growing up as a tow truck driver’s son I have seen so many vehicles that have been in fatal accidents from DUI drivers. What happens if you refuse one of these check points, they let you drive off, and you drive through the next stop light down the road and kill a family. I personally will go through the slight inconvenience of the check point; these officers may stop someone that night that shouldn’t be on the road. Silverline123
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