My first driving offence occurred when I was 17, and had just passed my driving test (what bad luck!). It was on Saint Patrick’s Day, right after a parade. I was attempting to follow a friend home, and I ended up doing a California Stop(rolling stop) at a stop sign, I never even saw the police officer. He quickly pulled me over and issued me a ticket to to the tune of $109 and some change. I later learned that there are many things that you should and shouldn’t do when you are pulled over, however, most people who have never been pulled over don’t know these important steps that you should follow. I have this information contained below in a moment.
Just remember that these are a general guide line for when you have been stopped for a driving offence and may not always be adequate for every situation. Now, when you have been pulled over for a driving offence it is very important to remember that this situation is also very stressful for the officer pulling you over. Keep your hands on the steering wheel, and if it’s night time turn on your inside cabin lights. This will help keep the situation moving slowly, also, it’s important to not give the officer grief for pulling you over, you were committing an offence and he is just doing his job. When he asks for you license, registration and anything else, don’t just reach for it! Tell the officer where it is located in the vehicle, and ask if it’s OK to reach for it- remember, he doesn’t know what else you may have. Once he gives you permission, slowly reach for it and avoid doing unnecessary actions. If you follow all of this you may avoid a ticket just for being polite!
