Should I slow down if I see a cop?
Do not slow abruptly unless it is necessary to avoid a collision. Slow to the same speed as the officer while keeping a safe distance from the patrol vehicle ahead of you.
Why do cops slow down traffic on the freeway?
Often there is debris in the road that needs to be cleared, The patrol officer is doing a “rolling slowdown” so that another DOT vehicle can remove the obstruction from the roadway with out causing a major risk to themselves. Truck tire blowouts often leave the casing from the tire in the roadway.
Why do police swerve across lanes?
Highways have a heavy flow of traffic and in order to remove hazards, officers must create a full traffic break. The officer will then zigzag across lanes until he/she has the attention of all the vehicles approaching from behind. This zigzag motion is intended to keep the motorists behind the CHP vehicle.
What do police look for when pulled over for a traffic stop?
After pulling you over, an officer will watch for any sort of “furtive movement.” A sudden lowering of one or both shoulders, for example, will tip the officer off that you’re attempting to hide something under the seat. An officer enforcing a traffic stop isn’t looking just for furtive movements.
Can a police officer search your car after pulling you over?
In general, a police officer who stops you for a traffic violation is not allowed to search your vehicle. But there are several exceptions to this general rule. After pulling you over, an officer will watch for any sort of “furtive movement.”
What is the move over/slow down law?
The Move Over/Slow Down law requires drivers to move to another lane and slow down whenever they see emergency lights in use. Following the law not only will help protect others and avoid hefty fines but will also prevent a car wreck .
What happens when a car is disabled on the side of road?
Everyone has seen cars disabled on the side of the road, or have been pulled over by the police. Every year, dozens of police officers or first responders across the country are hurt or killed by another driver when they are on the side of the road.