I had cops stand on my porch once for over a hour while other officers were securing a search warrant . They finally arrived with the warrant and then destroyed my front door and roll up door on my garage. It was pretty destructive the way they entered and then placed me in cuffs at gunpoint and then started cutting open my gun safe as well as a floor safe in my bedroom. They were tearing my house up looking for drugs and cash as well as firearms. Finally they discovered they were at the wrong house. I tried to tell them they had the wrong house from the beginning. But they had no interest in the effort required to verify the addresses. I won a judgment of $71 ,891 for damages after a 5 year court battle
I wish law enforcement and the judges could get much more easily removed for this kind of cataclysmic failure. Qualified immunity .. most urgently needs to be significantly scaled back for the people.
This man is 100% correct about them tearing your car up. When I was 17, I consented to a search, and the officer yanked wires out of my amplifier, breaking the terminals, ripping the wires and RCA cables, flipped my subwoofers over on their face, puncturing one of the foam surrounds on the subwoofer, ultimately ruining it. I called the police department and they asked "did you consent to the search?". That was the end of the it. I consented. I've never consented to another search since then.
Tru Dat. I worked with a guy who had his whole RV torn apart because he gave consent to a search. The cops pulled out everything, found nothing, then left him sitting on the side of the road with a big pile of a mess.
@@linguinatorschwartz9309 Nope, they are not liable for any damage to your property that occurs during the normal performance of their duties. They blew up a wall chasing a fugitive that broke into a random family's home and the family was given absolutely nothing.
Same thing with a border search. They can tear your whole car up, pulling out seats, spare tire, wheels off, even pull the bumpers off and more. Even if they find nothing they have No Legal Responsibility to put Any of it back together and often just turn over the pile of parts to you with a smile and "you are free to go". Yea, in what now?
@@txtardis7887 happened to my mom. Used to get her scripts filled in mexico because her insurance wouldnt cover them. Anyways we had a car the cartel likes because they can hide drugs in it easily.. made my mom a target to getting searched.
Key phrases: "I do not consent to any searches or any seizures." "I want a lawyer immediately." "I do not answer questions." "I am invoking my right to remain silent." "Am I being detained, or am I free to go?"
Plead your 5 th and 6 th, don’t ask me any questions without my lawyer present. Consent to nothing, then go silent. At that point they have 20 minutes to fool you into talking. Just wait it out.
Great video with one add: NEVER step outside your door if Police show up without a warrant. Your rights change the minute you step outside the threshold of your home. Police will use all kinds of tactics to get you to exit your home. DO NOT!
My husband was detained on our porch for 3+ hours while other officers went back to town to get a search warrant, I showed up like 2hours in and was also detained.
The fact that the police can rip an innocent persons car completely apart, possibly destroying your property/car, for "suspicion" is insane and need to be treated like the crime it is.
And the Police are under no obligation to restore your vehicle to "pre-search" condition. They can, and do, leave it just like they made it, seats out, seat covers off, compartments emptied, etc.
Happened to a friend, friend got stopped supposedly for going a little fast, Officer asked where friend going in such a hurry, friend said I need to get my pot home, officer completely shut friend down from further explanation and commenced with a thorough search of vehicle , friend remained quiet 😂only to find NOTHING! Friend had potting soil! The Officer only heard pot! My friend is an Attorney!
NOTE about CONSENTING to search your car: I’ve heard of case where owner sued Police for damaging his car while they were searching it. The judge responded with “You gave up your rights when you consented to the search of your vehicle so you can’t sue for damages”. So that's another reason not to give a consent.
Regardless of the legal nonsense; I’m tired of people saying “the rank and file stormtroopers(my word) are good people it’s just a few at the top”. If these so called good guys had any integrity they would either not carry out these tyrannical orders or they would quit/become whistleblowers. They wouldn’t facilitate these insane orders.
Anyone who listens to the traitors at the top is the problem. Any man who lives on tax money is a traitor who will do anything to keep living on tax money.
I’m sick of people blaming “the other” side or group of society. If people eased their kids the right way this wouldn’t happen. People act their learned behavior out be it as a policeman or government official or that contractor you hired. It boggles my mind that people think, in a corrupt and foul culture/society, that one part of it can be “clean” while other part somehow completely “corrupt”. We are made of the same people. If you think politicians, lawyers and policemen are corrupt, but somehow your neighbors and yourself are not, then you insane. 😂 That kid who bullies other kids in elementary, sells alcohol in middle school and sleeps with many in high school will not turn into an angel politician when he grows. Jet people are schooled when politicians are bought dying drugs, spouse abuse or sex scandal. Like…. DaFak do you think it’s gonna happen? He’s living out his ego but now with more power and access.
@@brandonallison3236 He was probably tired of being a douche bag. Since most of them hide behind their badge, I used to love and respect police that’s how I was taught. I wouldn’t so much as lift a finger for one of them if they needed my help.
I live in MD. About 6 years ago during hunting season. I was pulled over for having a blown 3rd light (that red light on the back of a truck above the cab). So, I opened the glove box to get the registration. I was hunting 6 hours earlier. I had shot gun shells in the glove box. Tho officer didn't say a word. About 90 seconds passed, and out of nowhere, 9 other cops and a helicopter showed up. They run up on me and torn me out of the truck. Tossed me to the ground and stood on my back repeatedly asking for the gun. But I had already put it back into my safe at home. They didn't believe me and torn my truck apart. So I only asked one question: What if I had a gun? It's hunting season. They didn't answer. So they had me for over an hour and didn't find a gun. They let me go by just leaving me. At night, I got in the getto (Baltimore) with my property in the gutter, and it was dark. I felt really protected and served.
That's a hard sell -- if door is open, they may present you from shutting it, and callng a Sherriff/Lawyer WHILE in a stop situation would only be an aggravation. I'd like to know what Esq. Jeff thinks about making declarations on 2A rights, even 6A rights, and asking for the officer to call for a Sherriff (or PD if the Sherriff conducted the stop). It's like I've seen many times, folks demand the officer to provide their name/badge, and request for a supervisor (makes sense if you're a woman and don't want to be searched by a man, etc.)
@@NFOsec if they try to prevent you from closing your door and they don't have a warrant, that's an infringement of your rights. Ask me how I know.... Spoiler alert, I have 10 years experience in this field... They cannot even stick their foot in the door, that's also an infringement.
@@NFOsecthree ways to stop that don't open the door. Two talk to them threw the nearest window with a screen. Three have a storm door put on your house and keep it locked that way you can have a door between you and them.
It's very disturbing that in this country, after more than 250 years, it is very easy for any police officer to find a 'legal' way in which to physically assault any citizen and justify it in court. Unless you stand like a statue you are subject to any punishment they want to inflict on you. Scary.
Yeah. While we generally have more freedoms now than in the early period of our country, police overreach is one area that has been greatly expanding as of late.
It's always been that way though.. it was worse before cameras were everywhere. Do you really think when nothing stopped them corruption wasn't worse? When they could beat confessions out of you? When they could arrest you for societally determined "moral issues" solely based on religious beliefs and racism?
Well, it's not since we have now. Thanks to the Supreme Court who has been chipping away at our constitutional rights. Little by little for the last 60 years
Back in the mid 70's. I did work at the border. I had no idea of protocol so I asked. They told me that I would have to leave my vehical and an agent would take me to the work location. When I got back to my vehical, doors wide open, tools scattered on the ground, pappers were blowing around in the wind, and my car seats were stacked up outside my vehical. I was in shock. They tore my car apart, they did not give explaniation and would not help me put it back together. I was furious. Im here doing work for you and you destroy my car ! I called my boss, he came to the site and said we will never be doing work for them again. He also paid me for the time and parts to put my car back together.
@@Bradythefed unfortunately all they have to do is " suspect" something illegal and they can rip apart your car, They don't even have to put it back together or reimburse you for anything they broke. absolutely broken system.
@@Bradythefed US courts have effectively rendered the border a Constitution-free zone. Even if you're not crossing, just goring within a certain distance of the border basically forfeits your rights.
This is great information that I had to learn the very hard way. Short story: I was the driver of my gf’s car and she was in the passenger seat. Got pulled over by the sheriff on the claim I was going 30 mph over the speed limit. I had cruise control set at 5 mph below the speed limit because of all the potholes. I had to handguns on me I legally owned. When I went through a handgun safety class the old man said during his presentation “if you get pulled over and have a gun on you. Do the right thing and let the officer know immediately upfront.” Not knowing any better, that’s what I did. The sheriff Immediately pulled me out of the car, took my gun and then began searching the car (with my consent thinking I was doing the right thing) 3 hours later, 6 city officers, 2 K9’s and a completely destroyed vehicle, I end up in handcuffs getting hauled to jail with 2 felony charges. The sheriff claimed he found a few flakes a weed on the floorboard of the passenger side. Interestingly enough, in court, there was no way for the lab to retest the substance. Do everything this man says. I will never ever ever willingly let ANYONE know when I have a weapon on my person. Cop or not. Stay safe, folks
A gun threat was reported at my daughter's elementary school. My daughter was named as part of the group walking during PE when this was "supposedly" said. The city police showed up at my house and demanded to see my guns and said that my daughter couldn't come back to school until they saw them. Turns out after speaking to all parties involved it never happened and was all over jealousy about a boy and my daughter had absolutely nothing to do with the conversation.
So this is a case of being "Swatted" right? Tell us more. I can see where the police could claim exigent circumstances to gain access but by the same token, the police visit is based on hearsay. So it comes down to whether the cops have the nerve to push it and possibly force the door. Very dangerous situation to be sure.
My lawyer pointed to a large mouth bass mounted on his wall and told me “see that fish? If he’d would’ve just kept his mouth shut he wouldn’t be on my wall right now” Best advice ever
All of this at the foundation goes against the second amendment. It says the right to bear arms SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED UPON. All of these classifications and forms, the tracking the record keeping all infringe upon that right.
@marionmitchell261 yeah OK tough guy if the police want to see your guns search your house take your guns or take you in they are going to do all of it if you want to cry about your rights you will have to do it in court while trying to dig out of a pile of motions with your legal bills mounting best to just hand your guns over then lie face down and wait to be cuffed see how easy that was - next issue please
Having your vehicle is good working order, obeying speed limits and obeying all traffic laws will avoid 90% of law enforcement interactions while traveling in the first place. This is an excellent video and a good refresher for those of us who hold a JD.
That first part sounds fun and dandy, but in 2024 that obey all traffic code and vehicle equipment codes is not enough. Remember police love traffic code. Not law code. To hunt and impead Americans freedom of movement. I'm traveling freely down roads that I pay for not. ENDANGERING people or persons, VICTIMIZING people, DAMAGING PROPERTY, or TRESSPASSING I should be LEFT ALONE AS SUPPOSED FREE AMERICAN. BUT NO THEY LIE ABOUT SHIT PULLY YOU OVER UNLAWFULLY. THE. ACT LIKE THEY HAVE THE MORAL HIGH GROUND. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME SEVERAL TIMES. THIS IS WHY I HAVE FRONT REAR DASH CAMERAS.
Being aware is the vital first step but being willing to stand up for them is the vital second step. Its one thing to know a cop is violating your rights, it's another to stand up to them. A comment above is from a guy that had his rights violated while he got some restitution in the end, it cost him five years of court and grief. People get in the situation and think, nah, easier to just bend over now and try to forget getting screwed with therapy.
When you purchase a home - consider the porch area... My current home has a fully enclosed porch with its own set of exterior storm and inside doors which are always locked as is the inside door to the house proper. When I go to answer the door I close the inside door and never unlock the outside storm door. No foot in the door, no chance for home invasion, and no open area to see something suspicious to establish probable cause! If your home doesn't have the same arrangement consider adding the enclosed porch - at very least, install an exterior storm door that remains locked even if you open an inside door.
It's great advice - put as many barriers as possible between the inside of your home and the outside world. But unless I'm expecting someone or it's someone I recognize, I simply don't answer the door to strangers no matter what type of outfit they have on.
I dunno. Me I'm half arsed paranoid. I went for a home set well back off the only road into the area (only home on the street) stone and mortar fence line backed up by six acres of hedge maze, gate house with armed private security (all of whom I know and trust and pay well), private drive to main house, blast proof doors, bullet proof windows blast louvered shutters quarried limestone block walls, roof is gabled to a fare-thee-well with many covered hides along roof line. But I've been thinking lately, all that might not be enough. So I'm wondering if it might be worth it to install a murder-hole at the front entrance. Just in case. Thoughts?
As someone who doesn't just have extra money lying around to hire a lawyer on the fly, I appreciate you sharing this information. Thank you for letting me know what I can and can't do if I'm ever in that situation.
Yes, thank you very much for the information! I have only been stopped by officers three times in my lifetime (I'm in my 60s). Once for a headlamp out (actually just very dim) and that officer was very polite and professional and let me off with a verbal warning. I replaced it the very next day. Don't ask for trouble! Once I was stopped in New Mexico and they said I was speeding, which I was not. I didn't argue, I looked over the ticket and it said that if I didn't sign the ticket that I would be taken into custody. I was passing thru that state with my cousin on the way to get some of his belongings. The last thing I wanted (or needed) was to go to jail on a three-day weekend trip! Did my out-of-state license plate encourage the LEOs to enrich their county at my expense? I think so but it would have cost me a lot more time and money to fight it in court so needless to say I found another route back! So I've gotten only two tickets, one for the New Mexico speeding ticket (undeserved) and the other was for parking on the wrong side of the road which is ridiculous since that is why a vehicle has rear-view mirrors. County governments are always finding ways to enrich their coffers as well as their pocket books, I have no doubt!
The right to remain silent is the 5th Amendment not the 6th amendment how can a constitutional lawyer get that wrong Karma if it was a slip up for goodness sakes corrected you're inaccurate statement
@@tomnisen3358 Yes it's true that if you don't already have a lawyer or can't afford one then you can get assigned a public defender, however you should know that public defenders are often fresh out of law school with little experience and its pretty certain they didn't graduate anywhere near the top ot their class. Technically you'll have legal counsel, but the real question is how competent and committed they are to aggressively defend your rights. This is the unfortuate reality that folks who aren't well to do will face when they go to court.
I was stopped while carrying here in NH and the officer asked if I was armed. I told him I was, what I was carrying and where, and told him I would comply with however he wanted to handle things. he smiled and said, "how about you don't show me yours and I won't have to show you mine?" I agreed. Verbal warning for speeding, no muss, no fuss.
Same. I work Search and Rescue and have a CCW permit, and if I'm working a crime scene or formally sanctioned search with law enforcement present, I just let them know I'm carrying for safety, and no one cares. Even if they did, I'm fine with showing my weapons. I train and handle working dogs, and those you can see plainly. I don't see the difference. In a traffic stop, the first thing I say is that the dog loose in the back end is trained to prevent him from reaching his arm into the vehicle, and then that I am carrying.
@@jason200912and sometimes they flag everyone in scene, lol. Despite training, cops are often the least safe gun handlers due to how they are never held accountable for such things.
@@jason200912 I've yet to have anyone that actually asked. Like OP said, I tell them the type of weapon and where it's located on my body, and they don't follow through. Granted, I am a small woman, and I don't look like much of a threat. Also, I carry my revolver with me backpacking and on wilderness searches, so it's used to rain, ice, snow, etc exposure; I just maintain it accordingly. 😅
IF your a dick to the cop, expect to get a ticket. -- be polite, cooperate, and drive off with a warning! ATF at my house, that's different. Tell them to pound sand, and go get a warrant.
Record, yes, but avoid the encounter to begin with. Do not have voluntary interactions with armed agents of the state who can murder you the instant they "feel threatened" and face no consequences.
It took only 200+ years to get where we are now. The nation's best years are behind us and in a few more generations our rights and freedoms will be but a distant memory. 🙁
When you remind them they need a signed warrant to enter your home the cops get pissed and force their way in and arrest you for obstruction for not complying for letting them to come in to beat the shit out of you and to violate your rights.
I was stopped on a highway for speeding and the state trooper asked if I minded if he searched my vehicle. "Of course I do !", I told him a bit resentfully. I think my answer sort of surprised him because I was assertive and didn't hem and haw about it (this was around 1982). When he asked why I minded so much I answered "Because this is America and we have a Constitution, and I swore an oath to protect and defend it (I was in the Army at the time). I was stopped for speeding and now you want to search my vehicle with no crime or warrant, so I do mind if you search it." I don't know how he felt about my words, but I was respectful overall, and didn't swear or cuss him out. He told me about drugs being shipped in cars with out of state plates and then handed me my ticket and I was on my way. He was smiling as he turned and walked away, so it didn't go too badly.
If I’m in my home and he doesn’t have a warrant tell them they are trespassing. If you get pulled over by a cop do the following: 1st Invoke your 1st Amendment Right to Film as a member of the press. 2nd Invoke your 5th Amendment to answer any questions without the presence of your attorney. 3rd Invoke your 4th Amendment to inform the cops that you refuse any and all searches. Semper Fi and Carry On!
Ya... and pack a lunch while the thugs, at best, "detain" you for hours. It's no skin off their noses to wreck your whole day. They're getting paid a FORTUNE to hassle you.
Some states have a duty to inform, or a duty to inform when asked if you're carrying a firearm when they pull you over. In AZ, they can even 'hold' it for the duration of the stop.
As a police officer of 20 years I have only once asked to see a persons weapon. After a self defense incident and I knew some rather gun-ho newbies were on the way lights and sirens. I advised the person of this and said if you want you can place it in your vehicle or my patrol unit. I gave them the choice and they placed it in my unit freely. This way I could put out over the radio the weapon is secured making it a bit safer for all of us. What I will say is this. I patrol a rather rural small town area. My backup is usually a ways out, with that I consider the fellow citizens exercising their 2nd amendment rights as my closest backup. Our state has both constitutional concealed carry and open carry along with concealed weapons permits class 1&2. I encourage folks to carry and love having chats about the new handgun or rifle they got and even the in-depth conversations about why they chose it or the ammo they chose and why. I am the type of cop I am because I took to heart what the lead instructor said after we passed our tests and prepared for academy graduation. He said " Be the cop that gains the public's trust and respect to where you have five people jumping beside you to back you up instead of in front of you to take you on." I will say this as a peace officer I cannot give legal advice. With that if you ever have to use your firearm or even display it to diffuse a situation, PLEASE PLEASE call your attorney and don't say a damn thing even after given your Miranda rights. Here is why, our cameras will be on we put what is said in our reports and that all goes to the court. So in other words make it a clear as clean glass for your attorney to represent you. Stay strong ya all exercise your rights. Oh and if your ever in my neck of the woods feel free to pull up say hi and have a chat about the type of iron you like.
Excellent information. In my home State (N.C.), CCP holders are required to inform a traffic officer: "I am a CCP holder and I am/or am not exercising my right today" as soon as he approaches my vehicle." How do you (as an officer of the law) want that reply issued.
To answer your question. You stated it perfectly. You stated you have a permit along with exercising your right. The only thing I would say or add is the location of the weapon. Reason being you will be reaching for license, registration, and proof of insurance. By giving location of weapon this can ease the situation on the officers side. Especially if you get a jumpy young pup.
I'm 61 years old and that's the best rebuttal that I've seen from an officer of the law. You're the type of guy I can shake your hand. I wish more officers were like you sir. Protect and serve used to be on all of the cop cars in my day don't see it much anymore it's most unfortunate..
@@oilfieldron5800 I thank you sir. I am with you on how law enforcement has changed in the public eye. The saying a few bad apples ruin the whole basket seems to run true. The sad part is there are many of us out here who stay true to the aspects of law enforcement and what our duty is to the public, but are put in the same category as those that have done the public wrong.
@@alynnbeyer7868 yes sir I think you're right on the average person so far is their outlook on law enforcement.. As for me sir, I judge a person by their fruits. I treat all officers with respect. And I think it's important that the public knows their rights. Or should I say they're constitutional rights most importantly. And I respect an officer who abides their oath to the Constitution. And that is not cowardice to stand up for the fact even in his own fellow officers. God bless you sir. It's nice to have someone with integrity to wear the uniform.
One thing I would like for you to address, and maybe you did in another video that I haven’t seen yet, is what the interaction should look like if you’re pulled over for a traffic stop and you are carrying concealed in a duty to inform state. Some of us have as a condition of being issued our concealed weapons permit, a duty to inform that we are carrying in any official interaction with police. I was stopped several years ago and informed the officer that I have my concealed permit and that I am currently carrying my firearm. The officer immediately called for back up, and when that officer arrived, he took possession of my firearm, completely disassembled it, and ran the serial number to “ensure it wasn’t stolen.“ He certainly violated my fourth amendment rights that night, but I knew the side of the road was not the place to become belligerent so I complied and called my attorney the next morning. I did not consent to the unlawful search because I did not know he had run the serial number until he handed me my firearm back completely disassembled along with an empty magazine and a handful of bullets.
Same has happened to me many times in Michigan. I'm surprised if I'm pulled over and told as is your 2nd Amendment right and NOT handcuffed. Each of those other times I was handcuffed, searched, weapon confiscated, serial number run, unloaded, returned after 30 to 45 minutes, let go. No apology. I'm looking for civil rights attorney now to sue the last one. He actually perjured himself in court lying about his police report. All charges dismissed lack of evidence but his testimony kept my friend in jail 120 days because he asked for a $25000 cash bond. 2500 i could have put up. Malicious prosecution. Cruel and probably not unusual punishment. Perjury. Violation of civil rights under color of law.
The biggest problem is the immunity given to police and other officials. Why should they not be held accountable for breaking the law just because they do it on duty.
First things first. Always look through the peephole and ask who they are before you open the door. Second, do not open the door for strangers. Especially not for the police.
I just don't answer the door for anyone that's not been invited. Once I see/hear them leaving then I may choose to open the door depending on who it is.
@@tiffanyshanley1419 Yes! I apply the same principle to answering my phone. If I don't know your number and you're not in my contacts already, I'm not answering and you can leave a voice mail. If it's important, I may or may not call back.
@@CodeBleu724 Yep agreed. I do the same. Then I usually block that number when I find out they're scammers or telemarketers. One day my own phone number was calling me. That was freaky!
The best way to have no worries is don't carry illegal crap in your vehicle and be nice. I've gotten out of so many tickets by being courteous, honest and respectful.
In the states I travel to, as a CWP holder, I am required to state that I am carrying at the point he asks for ID. Never had a problem. Funny thing, a traffic stop in Florence, AZ, the cop stated that city policy required him to take my gun until the stop was over. I carried a 1911 cocked and locked. He struggled with it for 8 minutes before his supervisor showed up. He wrestled with it "trying to make it safe". When they finally got the actoin open, the chambered round fell onto the floor of the cruiser. After a warning for speeding, which I was doing, they returned the cleared gun and magazine. Several days later, I heard from a friend who lived there that the cop who stopped me was in trouble for having "unaccounted for ammo" in his car.
The outcome with the unaccounted for ammo is funny! That said, I am concerned about inquiries on guns, or weapons, when I am traveling about. I'm retired and accumulated various guns over the years, which a several ownerships prior to my possessions. I transport custom pistols and rifles of significant value and worry about any Officer ever stating, "well, I got to check these to see if they're stolen?" I;ve started carrying the purchase receipt for the very common pistol I now carry for self defense; that's how nervous Offical overstep concerns me!
I didn't know Florence had a police department. It's such a podunk town, I've only seen the roid apes from the Pinal County sheriff patrolling, and I wouldn't be surprised by anything stupid they would do.
Many places in Michigan if you say you don't consent, they will bring in a dog and say it hit. This has been done to me several times. I do not use or transport drugs and have never had anything found during a search. It felt as though by denying consent many officers get upset because how dare you deny them.
Someone I know wink wink and his friend got pulled over just as his buddy lit up the blunt. His friend freaked out and put it out and threw it under the seat. The cop walked up and wanted to search. He denied and they brought the dog. Dog somehow didn’t hit on anything 😂. Someone I know got lucky that night.
That can be used as a defense in and of itself. If they make you wait for a K9 unit, unless it's nearby, that is unreasonable extension of the traffic stop. This does have some precedent, but can go either way based on the circumstances.
@@GReaper if you watch On Patrol Live, they make people wait on K9s all of the time. A few weeks back they walked a dog around a man who had been riding a bike. Not the bike, the man. I had never seen anything like it until then. It was pouring rain and even though the dog did not alert, the cop lied and searched the guy anyway. They found nothing at all. It's interesting how many laws the cops will break on live TV.
@@alphaacres1331 cops always lie n make shit up it only took them 5 minutes to bring the dog they said and small town bs they set up in a certain spot and try and catch drug runners because their whole town is methed up. I’m happy Illinois is legal now and can smoke if one chooses in their home
@@DiggingDeepVlog dogs are hilariously unreliable, i know a guy who had a drug trained K9. The damn thing would sniff cars only AFTER he pee'd on every tire.
The goofiest recent thing in legal circles is you cannot exercise your right to remain silent by being silent. You must verbally advise you choose to remain silent. You must speak, to stay silent. Staying silent is now obstruction.
This only applies to voluntary interviews. Miranda still is required if there is coercion. And they can't compel you to speak, they can just comment on your silence at trial which is normally an absolute no go. Not legal advice but a simple primer.
Not accurate. You can just be silent. It can be considered 'suspicious' if you're talkative until they ask you about a specific thing and then you go silent, according to the Texas case that created that precedent.
In the state of Oklahoma if you are carrying a firearm you are only required to inform the officer if they ask and it is illegal for them to disarm you unless you are committing a crime. The law is Title 21 Section 1290.1.
what crime would that be? Would that include misdemeanors and/or civil infractions? If not, what makes you think the gun thugs won't escalate the situation even further to either disarm you, or possibly kill you?
I am also a criminal defense attorney. With that in mind I need to say that this is a great channel and a great video. I wish every person in this country was required to your videos.
This following Statement says it all.... I used to be a member of and a distributor of PRE PAID LEGAL. FORMALLY PPL. NOW... LEGAL SHIELD THIS IS MY POINT. IF YOU DONT KNOW YOUR RIGHTS... YOU HAVE NO RIGHTS. 2ND. And not as important. But maybe. Keep your mouths shut. Cops lie That's what they do. They DGAF about you or your life. They will arrest you. They will cuff you. Take you to jail.. And do a Fkd report and then walk out ...in affected by anything you said. And go home and not worry about your sorry ass ever again. The DAs office now reads the cops report. Hopefully you mouth was shut. Now. Your attorney has a clean slate hopefully. All this said... At 57. Ive had my run ins with all the fkn horrible cops/pigs. As far as I'm concerned. They're all PsOS. And Lastly. They fk laugh about it. Talk about PTSD FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE.
Hello, I’m hoping you can answer a question for me. Say you get pulled over for a typical traffic stop and the officer asks if you have any weapons in the car. Would you respond that you have the right to remain silent?
@@scottlemiere2024 Vague, And Often Overly Broad. Our Childhood Upbringing Keeps Us In Fear Of Police And Our Grandma's Keep Us Acting Respectful Expecting The Same From Our Conversant. That Is No Longer The Case.
Excellent video. Seriously, please continue your crusade to inform the general public. It is honorable of you and a service not even the general public fully understands just how valuable what u are doing is . From those of us who DO, god bless you and Godspeed. PS: I taught my sons from a young age to only say, "I want my lawyer." And then shut up. Little did I know how much advice like yours would save my sons future. 3 months before he leaves for college he's arrested. Thanks to him following advice like yours, and even though the cops were pissed, he did what he was told. My attorney got the case dismissed in 10 mins and credits my son's silence for killing his charges. My son left for college the next day. I was so proud of him
Thank you. I live in Mississippi & have a advanced Conceal carry permit. I was not paying attention to the speed ( 45 in a 35 ) passed by a unmarked police vehicle. He lighted me, we knew why he stopped us, we were smiling, gave him my license which returned a 1023 meaning license to carry. This guy was cool, told me to be more careful & said he loved people who carried guns.
If they're NFA there's a form 4 with a tax stamp. And your local PD has a photocopy... because part of the process is local endorsement stating it doesn't violate any local laws to own said NFA gun...and for, air fingers quote, administrative purposes, most PD's keep a copy of all documents they endorse. So while it's NOT gun registration, it's "Gun Registration." Food for thought.
From a deputy’s perspective, I really appreciate the way y’all give information. You’re not saying all officers are bad people and you always stress people stay calm and respectful. I know defense attorneys are not the most popular with a lot of officers but more of us are not threatened by this information because we respectfully do our jobs. I’m not in Texas but just like the manner in which you are giving information.
I was an Officer and served 9 years in the Military, too, you shouldn't be asking for information that is not pertinent to the reason you pulled them over in the first place and the extra info. is none of your business .
Stay respectful? Fuck that! We owe no respect to those who don’t respect us. No such things as “a few bad apples” anymore. Way more than a few these days. Respectful cops are the very few anymore. Funny how all these former LEO on these sights were always the good ones. Fuk off dude, you were part of the problem and the wheel keeps spinning. Nothing changes.
Imagine a defense attorney not being liked by cops.... you cops are too focused on the conviction rather than rubbing 2 brain cells together to figure out what's right and wrong. You just proved that 😂
One of the best tricks I have ever used is KEEPING YOUR HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL at all times. If you have tinted windows roll them down AS YOU ARE PULLING OVER, NOT while he is walking up to your door. When he asks for your information then politely state where it is and that you are going to reach for it and any additional moments that you are going to make such as undoing your setbelt to be able to better reach your ID and insurance. I see people all the time getting all huffy and puffy and drinking their drinks, keeping their hands down by their legs where the officer can't see them while fidgeting and im like are you trying to get shot?
Don't just record locally stream to an online secure account as well. There's many videos online of cops breaking people's phones or deleting videos. The online account will keep the online version of the video regardless
What you forgot to mention is the logic behind the "consent to search" question. If they ASK for consent to search it means they DO NOT have probable cause to search.
I asked for consent hundreds of times when I had a warrant on me. That’s done in case the search warrant gets thrown out for whatever reason. Which happens more than you think. So if you give consent, that’s just an easy way to avoid the legal issues that may be identified by a sharp attorney to get the warrant thrown out, and everything they found under its authority, isn’t admissible. But if you give consent, you just took a potential avenue of attack for your lawyer. Never consent, don’t be aggressive or argumentative, and stay calm. Jeff nailed it on this one.
Well normally they won't even ask. They have all sorts of tricks to make the average person think that they DO HAVE the right to search it because they can say they smell alcohol of weed or some bullshit. They can also say they saw you reaching for something so like he said, make sure you stay nice and still from the moment you see those lights. Also, the best thing is to make sure you have NOTHING in your vehicle so if they DO pull their bullsh!t and find nothing, you got them on illegal search and multiple violations of your rights. Oh, and DEFINTIELY make sure you have no open alcohol containers. If you are returning 15 bags of empties at the end of a good summer party month, make sure you have no alcohol on your breath or in your system too. Then make sure none fell out and rolled under you're seats that might appear one night if you get pulled over after stopping for a beer after work.
That is not always the case. Sometimes, especially if it is a traffic stop, they are trying to save you and them some time. They can detain you until they get either a warrant delivered to the site, or a drug dog to arrive to walk the car. This can take a couple of hours or so. It is situational. If you have time, just wait, if not let them look and be on your way.
@justobserving170 nope. Not an accurate statement the SCOTUS has ruled on several occasions that on a TS u can only detain someone for a reasonable amount of time I.E. The amount of time it would take to do the business of writing a ticket(s) so if a K9 Is an "hour" away...not reasonable
I was in a traffic stop wherebi advised the officer immediately, of the weapon, and its location. He ran my ID, realized i was legal, he told me he was glad im out there, if the day ever comes he needs me
I was pulled over by a Missouri State Trooper because I was speeding. I had two 9MM with me one on the passenger seat and one in my cup holder in the center console. He never batted an eye, said I always encourage people to carry, then took my license registration and insurance to his car and never mentioned the pistols or asked me to get out but I just left my hands on the steering wheel. He returned my things, said have a nice day but please slow down. Had this happened in my home State on kommiefornia, I would have been arrested on the spot. I love rural Missouri.
Back in 86 , I was 16. I would drive 40 miles one way to work at night to work. This was in Harris county Texas. My oldest brother advised me to carry his 45acp. I was pulled over one night by Texas DPS trooper for a tail light that was going on and off. He saw the 1911 on my seat and asked to have a look at it. He cleared it, then felt the trigger pull weight ( obviously he was a 1911 enthusiast) he asked me why I carry it when I'm only 16. I told him how I have this long drive to Conroe to work and it's always at night. He wrote me a warning for the tail light, loaded my 45 back up handed it to me , and said be safe out there tonight. I❤️ Texas.
Yea I always told folks leave yours in your holster and I will also! Honestly I've given the you need a firearm lecture a few times in my career.... "An armed society is a polite society!!!" Plain and simple....
What's BS is that they can legally walk onto your private property to come and harass you to begin with. We all need to push for land that you own, to be recognized/considered an extension of your dwelling! Some states have already done this and we all need to support those states!
Only if it's accessible by the public, as in not fenced or the gates are not locked. If anyone can walk into your yard unimpeded then so can the police.
Thank you for this. As a former Public Servant , I am glad to hear this being shared. Also; When it comes to getting out of the vehicle: make sure your windows are up, lock it as you step out and put the keys in your pocket.
Better to throw your keys under the seat before getting out and locking the door and shutting it. Then after cops leave, retrieve your hidden key from under your car
@@markmayes41 i think your trying to get to cute with loopholes. That would be furtive movements or why arent you driving away to justify a search. Either by breaking the window or from using a lock pick.
Have you noticed how many cops are being criminally convicted for their frivolous usurpation of The People Rights recently? The numbers are steadily compounding. A decent lawyer is more than competent to beat them on this in court. Of course anyone who wants to ignore the bit of info I offered based on my experience as a LEO, (Public Servant) is certainly within their right! @@robertsteinbach7325
I had a co-worker that had a dog that would let you in the house, but wouldn't let you leave. That is what a cop would experience at my home except there would be no dog.
I'm so glad, once again, to be a country boy, who lives in a lowly populated, rural area. Most of us never purchase our guns through this background system. We've all been very suspicious of these background checks, and putting our names into any systems that we can avoid from the start. Most of our firearms, on average, are a decade old, or older. Everyone I know has baught theirs second hand, and many of them have been sold and traded second hand over and over again. I wish them luck trying to track everyone's guns out here in country places like Kentucky where I live, or West Virginia, Ohio, Tennessee, North and South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oaklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska and several others. Not one single firearm ever manufactured can be tracked to my name, and I plan on keeping it that way to. Also, Im sure law enforcement works completely different in big cities, and large metropolitan areas, but here in the country, these feds are going to find it hard to find any police, city or county, who are going to just willy nilly infringe on their citizens rights. I know for a fact, the Sheriff in my County, here in Kentucky, has said publicly he will not do anything that isn't supported under the constitution , regardless of who shows up and trying to order him, or pressure him. This Sheriff is a good, Godly man, who cares about freedom, country, constitution and would rather be fired then do anything he feels is wrong, or un American.
The continued proliferation of 3D printed guns and CNC machines, and other home manufacture techniques is the biggest boon for public safety and individual liberty in history.
I was born, raised, and still live in one of the states on your list, by the grace of God. What concerns me is that, with all of these liberal fools coming in droves from New York, Illinois, California, Oregon, and Washington and invading conservative states, we are one election away from a bad sheriff, congressman, and governor. They’ve wasted no time gaining city and county council seats and working their agendas into local matters, and I see gangs of them on social media attacking our state congressmen and governors trying to influence future elections. Liberals are a plague, just like the pandemic they created to take President Trump out in 2020.
May our Holy Almighty Creator/Messiah bless your Sheriff for abiding by his oath of office to protect his citizens ❣ Now if only all USA county Sheriff's would abide by their oaths & not take bribes or orders from wicked elites, the US would be a safe and wonderful place to live without being crushed under tyrannical govts that rule over us today with impunity !!
You have provided **vital** information to us, and I thank you for it. People who watch too much Law & Order are probably very familiar with the idea -- I personally hear this in Detective Briscoe's voice -- that "when the police ask to see your registered firearm, you don't get to say 'No'." Well, now we know we **do** "get to say 'No'." I am always prepared to say, "I decline to answer questions. Let's focus on the task at hand, please."
If the ATF comes to your door CALL THE SHERIFF!!! The sheriff is the top law enforcement officer of the county. Number one you have another person's testimony, and of the sheriff doesn't tell the ATF to get out of his county or they'll be in his jail, elected a different sheriff.
@@byrondickens Your county Sheriff holds a Constitutionally established position as well as being an elected official. Feds dont. Thats where his authority comes from. Go look it up.
@@byrondickens Not a theory. Verifiable fact. The feds cannot override the Sheriff, and the Sheriff can, in fact, tell them to get the fuck out of his county.
@@billcallahan9303 Can You Say Red Flag Laws? Jeepers Who Said "Take The Guns First" ? Because As Far As I'm Concerned, I've Seen Many Things That Are Anti-Constitutional From Both Sides, I'm Not Blinded By Party Ideology.
They create useless gun control laws while at the same time defund the police and don't want to legalize tear gas and high voltage stun guns so how can gun control work? @@billcallahan9303
Something that has worked for me in the past is answering questions with questions. For example Oficer says do you mind if I search your car for drugs or weapons. My response, do I have to let you. They have to answer no and then you know you don't have to consent or if they say I can't answer that you know he is trying to set you up to fall in their traps.
No, it prolongs the stop and anyway, they’ll likely lie and say you must or otherwise manipulate you into complying. What you don’t say can’t be used against you!
5000% tell them you refuse to speak to them without your lawyer present. ACAB = All Cops Are Bootlickers. In my experience, they are used as the right arm puppet of rich people to beat more money out of poor and working people. If more people knew this, we would have already had an American [French] Revolution. Do poor and working people need to starve for everyone to realize where the real problems are coming from? Unfortunately, I think so...
@@brianfrolo245 If you follow that and what he said later then they'll search your car without your consent, because apparently NOT saying anything gives them "implied consent". This guy said 'not saying something can't hurt you' AND 'not saying something CAN hurt you'.
The Most Impactful Situations In Law Enforcements That Most Citizens Doesn't Understand The Laws Completely , And May Be Uneducated To Certain Situations .
Officers are trained to get around our rights or to violate our rights, yet they consistently appear not to have enough training on how to uphold our rights. Backwards!
@@Garoslol Because of their corruption and volatile work environment. It changes individuals who may have entered the “profession” because they wanted to help society, but ultimately, it changes many of them for the worse. This is what we see in all too many videos. I still believe most cops are good, but far too many are not!
I was out fishing one day and pulling my kayak out of the water. I had my Glock on me and the officer clearly saw it. He pulled up asked me how the fishing, not so good I said. Packing up and heading some place else. Never once asked me about my gun. Very professional
@@RM-lk1soindeed. they are there to protect assets of the state. not you. theyre trained to treat you as a threat. be polite. do not talk. remain silent.
I love that you cover topics that other attorneys rarely cover... Rarely hear about invoking your 6th amendment rights as important as they are. By refusing to answer questions and asking for an atty, it puts you at a great advantage (as long as you remain quiet after.) It's Very important that you remain quiet, bc once you start talking again, they can ask questions which if answered, most likely will be admissible in court. I've even seen cops talk "amongst each other" close enough to the suspect for him to overhear (on purpose of course) in order to invoke a response so that the suspect starts talking again. They normally say something along the lines of hey, this is the same guy that did XYZ on abc st last week, or that's a lot of dope in the trunk, etc... since they're just talking amongst each other, when the suspect interrupts and says "no I wasn't", or "there's no drugs in the car", they can ask questions again, so stay quiet, as hard as it can be... I was pulled over several yrs ago en route to purchase baby formula. I realized rather quickly the direction the stop was going in (asking if anything illegal was in the car, etc), I invoked both my 5th and 6th, which REALLY pissed them off. I was illegally detained/searched and ultimately arrested after 3 officers falsified evidence. I didn't beat the ride, but I did in fact beat the case and now I'm suing the department with help from one of the best civil rights attnys in the country! (just turned down a 40k settlement offer last week) REMEMBER... YOU CANT BEAT THE RIDE, BUT YOU CAN BEAT THE CASE! And a bonus is getting to see them play defense while your attorney deposes them... Funny how much they squirm/throw each other under the bus while being questioned under oath.
You can in Commierado (Colorado) because you are now required to run a background check on any potential buyer and of course you have to involve the police to get that done! However, if I sell a gun when I'm out-of-state there's nothing they can legally do except harass you!@@gerihemby1451
You can invoke your right to not speak and have an attorney even after you start talking. Yes, of course cops use trick and maneuvers to get you to talk! It has been held constitutional to flat out lie to you. Hence, most suggest that you zippit and contact a good lawyer.
I’m lucky to have retired in Polk County Florida. Where our Sheriff Grady Judd, is a staunch 2nd Amendment supporter, who has told me personally in conversations, that if any federal officers who inform his agency they intend to come in and investigate any law abiding citizen, they will actually be told to LEAVE NOW! Unless they have something in writing on a Federal form or Search Warrant! That even if they do they will be required to be escorted by a Deputy. If I should encounter one at my door and he/she has no warrant, first thing to do is dial 911, informing them what’s going on, then call Sheriff Judd on his cell phone!
@@JJHoover70 yea but that was actually in reaction with the terrible sooting at the Marjory Stoneham Douglas HS, that left 17 dead. Back in 2018, when legislators in all their wisdom had never had a law on the books to prevent that awful crime. So like they alway are prone to do, they went TOO FAR! With a Sheriff showing them how far they went. That has since corrected the situation. But there are folks out there that need to be protected from themselves, for our sake. That’s still better than any blue state refusing your Second Amendment entirely.
I'm always astounded that despite having the right to keep and bear arms any police officer can at any time deprive you of that right for officer safety. What about citizens safety (which I might add is the entire purpose of the 2A, to protect citizens from govt tyranny).
It'll be sorted out in court, the highest court of before the One with whom we have to do, no device of man can overcome, and no murderer will inherit eternal life in His paradise when he makes all things new.
What are you talking about you american have lost the plot I'm obviously not american but atleast I can understand you've been dupped by the NRA (which is not a Citizen Militia but a campaigning body for giant gun company's) your second amendment is "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." What Militia are you apart of How would you protect yourself against the gov in such a case I think you'd be done for sure, they got drones and shit you'd be funked take a look at Switzerland maybe your learn something
Good stuff! We had a local sheriff's deputy here that was doing consensual searches in traffic stops and he was planting drugs in the vehicles of the folks he stopped. He was ultimately discovered by a sharp-eyed Assistant State Attorney that took the time to carefully review his body cam videos. The case is State of Florida v. Zachary Wester. #Subscribed
@gibsonLeather - I haven’t looked it up but I wonder if the sheriff was in on it? … that many similar drug arrests in 3 years should have raised a LOT of eyebrows!
Hey, I just want to thank you real quick for doing this. For offering this information in the manner you do. It really is a chance to change someone's life completely in an effort on your part, and this is absolutely clear based on the information you provide preemptive, and in everyone's best interest. This is a very classy move as a defense attorney, but even more, as a human to human understanding of right and wrong. I will do my best for my family and for my children specifically, and try to help my children to understand thier rights, very much because, you made this series of videos. Truly, thank you.
I counter your counter offer with absolute silence. I see them through my peephole, try not to chuckle, and simply ignore. I plead the 5th, without talking.
@@bl8388 This is what I do as well. If I did not invite you I don't welcome you or even answer the door . This goes for Cops , Salespeople , neighbors , Jehovah's Witnesses , Politicial workers , fundraisers . No one. Leave me alone.
I got pulled over in 2000 driving across the U.S. (Vermont to Nevada) on my own. It was either Arkansas or Tennessee. My vehicle was plated in Quebec. I wasn’t speeding. The reason given was that I didn’t have a front license plate, which felt off to me as I had never had that issue before. The officer then moved to the passenger side window. Elbows on the window sill, arms dangling inside my car. I remained polite, never got out of my car, gave the officer my driver’s license, insurance, registration. He handed them back. He asked where I was going on my own, was I going to visit anyone, had I gone there before. He kept looking to the back seat, where there was nothing. At that point, he was creeping me out fully because I could tell he was just looking for a reason to either fine or arrest me. Funny enough, he never asked to look inside my trunk. Finally he let me go and wished me a good trip, to which I just said thank you and drove the feck off. Thanks for this info.
Fishing, by cops to get a collar is the oldest trick in the world! They wanna be buddy buddy, but its a trap to get you to talk so you reveal things that will escalate the situation!
@@reginaweiner3817 Back then I didn’t know that some States ( like some Canadian provinces ) also had only one plate and I think it was my “foreign” plate that maybe irritated him ? Of course, I’ll never know why he stopped me but it gave me a valuable life lesson 😬
I got in serious trouble in my younger days. Since then I drive the speed limit, wear my seatbelt, don't drink unless at home. Been pulled over a few times. License, registration and proof of insurance are together in a little folder. No furtive movement, no small talk nor answer questions regarding their reason for the stop. Never give them any reason to escalate. Remember that bearing arms is not limited to firearms.
Officers are no longer allowed to ask you if you know why they pulled you over. They will now be required to tell the driver the reason for the stop rather than asking questions designed to get information, at least in CA. Thanks to Assembly Bill 2773 effective January 1, 2024.
@@standupnow-bo3lr The out of control crime is a result of policy from above, the cops aren't doing anything about it for reasons. The point is that more cops in a corrupted banana republic state like California will only be used by politicians/community leech-types to abuse an increasingly dis-armed citizenry.
Being polite is very important!! You can absolutely refuse to answer questions and refuse searches while also being polite. A good officer (most of the cops out there) will respond positively to politeness. "Officer, I appreciate the tough job you have, but I do not consent to you searching my car." "Officer, it has been several minutes, I was wondering if I am free to go or if I am being detained?" "Thank you, I appreciate your work in keeping the city safe, have a good day." Even if the cop wasn't the nicest cop, you might also be helping the next person he encounters have a better interaction.
That doesn’t work to well when your in fear for your life and you have an out of control tyrant screaming in your face and demanding explanations after you’ve already repeated you plead the fifth. I thought it was illegal to continuing any sort of questioning without a lawyer but apparently not. We need laws protecting citizens safety. Enough of this one sided bs. If your taken to court and your found innocent than the tyrant should be brought up on charges during that trial. There needs to be accountability for wrongdoing on their behalf and it needs settled then and there.
and the worst part is, for those who are educated, the drones who think you are in the wrong for not just " doing as you're told" when you do get violated. Its scary how quickly people have become sheeple.
Most do not know their rights, rather just enough to know that they need to consult someone that they does. So, invoking your right to remain silent and then speaking to your lawyer is generally wise!!!
I was pulled over in a company vehicle 2 times in one night for a headlight being out. 1st was local police and the 2nd time was by a sheriff. Police officer gave me a verbal warning and told me to get it fixed. The sheriff's deputy was great. She knew the officer who pulled me over after I told her. She then said Chevy is known for bad headlight cabling, walks to the front of the van, and slaps the hood just over the headlight one time. The headlight turned back on. We both laughed. She said "Well looks like your headlight is working, have a good night sir."
@@bbrainstormer2036 No idea how its older but Im fairly sure my statement was accurate. I'll look in to it more. I know Steve Lehto of the Lehto's Law TH-cam channel has talked about this topic but I know too TH-cam isnt the best of sources.
@@bbrainstormer2036 A very quick Google brings up case precedent: "In 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court concluded that a witness's silence to a question can be used against them in a criminal case (Salinas v. Texas). There, the suspect voluntarily answered some of law enforcement's questions. The suspect had not unequivocally invoked his right to remain silent" They answered some questions and then later decided to go silent without invoking their 5th amendment rights and their silence was used against them. Given this precedent was set a decade ago there are likely many examples of this happening now.
To me... as Polish citizen who never been to US... the relationship between police and citizens in United States seems to be fundamentally broken. I never saw Police as this oppressive force. I had a ticket written once in my life. As pedestrian for jaywalking - I happened to jaywalk on red light for pedestrians right in front of traffic police car with some friends. Police stopped at sidewalk with their car, never left their car, we stood in line to police car's windows on both sides while they wrote each of us tickets - they were apologizing to us while writing tickets, citing if they let us go without doing anything they could get in trouble as multiple other drivers saw us. The amount was insubstantial - equivalent of 10 USD. When I was young Police gave us a ride home when some assholes stole wheels from my parent's car. I was routinely stopped twice as pedestrian and couple times as driver, each time interaction was polite and neither me or police officer created any artificial problems.
It used to goid relations up until Bill Clintons era in our part if the state I live in. My son got a ride by the sherrif a couple times from school when I was detained in traffic and got latw, we had no cell phones in those days. Now some of the sherrifs are worst culprits. This country is gone commie.
It is TOTALLY broken! The police are no longer intended to "protect and serve" they are tax collectors and bullies in many cases. It is sad to see what they have been transformed into! In Europe Police cars are very visible because they want people to know they are there to help our police cars are most often not plain and they try to hide cause it isn't in their best interest if you see them early.
Your experience is pretty much how it used to be in the USA as well. There became a shift for a few reasons over the last 100 years. Turning police into "Tax Collectors" in the 20s with what we call "Prohibition" and the Volstead Act. This made alcohol illegal. This put people who wanted to drink at odds with law enforcement who had to stop them. That law was overturned, but the damage was done. Step by step we saw cops put in a situation to not "keep the peace" with measur d application of justice but as Law ENFORCEMENT Agents. Many times that meant no justice, just compliance. An example is a woman assaulting her husband, calling the cops saying he assaulted her. The cops show up and see all his things broken, his clothes on the front lawn and scratches and bruises on his face and neck but no injuries on her - and either arrest the man or tell him to just take his things and go somewhere else for a few days. Why? Because one time a woman sued the police department and won. Now with the culture of hate thrown at police, it disincentivizes good people from becoming cops. Often you get people with an authoritarian streak, bullies and such who don't care how they are treated. They like the power of the badge and gun. I know too many good people who have quit the profession and too many bad cops getting promoted. It's sad.
Keep in mind that videos like this present the absolute worst case scenario when in reality, the overwhelming majority of US citizens go their whole life without ever having a negative encounter with the police. Also, this guy is a lawyer, and lawyers love to give people the impression that the police are always out to get them because it's good for business.
Regarding traffic stops I like that you encourage people to be calm and polite and to verbalize their intentions so as not to acquiesce or provoke by being silent such as “I do not consent to…..” and “I exercise my right to remain silent” and “I am not resisting” and “am I free to go?” and “am I being detained?” Settling matters in court however is a problem since the courts barely have a clue about our Rights, where they come from, and many public servants are compromised. Those traffic courts are administrative courts, non-judicial, and have limited jurisdiction. They follow rules, procedures, and statutes. You are not going to be allowed to bring up the Constitution, Federal or State. What’s going to happen will happen and you will have to take your suit to another venue. Regarding traffic violations and remaining silent. If you are in an accident with another party remaining silent will cost you if you are the one receiving the ticket when the other party was at fault. I had that happen to me because I thought my argument would be made in court where I was to present my evidence. Nope. The other guy got off and I paid the consequences through a fine, points on license, and increased insurance premiums because I was a greater liability. I was told by the court I was to have settled the matter there with the officer who was at fault. After learning so much more about the legal system I am not so sure the court officer was correct. May 1788 in Federalist No. 78 Alexander Hamilton wrote : “A Constitution, is, in fact, and must be regarded by the judges, as a fundamental law.” ”The constitution ought to be preferred to the statute, the intention of the people to the intention of their agents.” ”Nor does this conclusion by any means suppose a superiority of the judicial to the legislative power. It only supposes that the power of the people is superior to both; and that where the will of the legislature, declared in its statutes, stands in opposition to that of the people, declared in the Constitution, the judges ought to be governed by the latter rather than the former. They ought to regulate their decisions by the fundamental laws, rather than by those, which are not fundamental.“ I would love feedback on this.
Consider how you define traffic violations. You can have sudden acceleration or reckless driving for example. One is a civil infraction and one is a criminal charge. There is very little black and white in the legal systems. Most scenarios are very case specific.
The reason constitutional arguments get shut down in traffic court is that people who make them usually have no idea what they’re talking about and the judge is not going to let them waste everyone’s time. If you’re willing to go to a law library (provided free in many jurisdictions) and can find a precedent to support an argument a judge WILL hear it, though they may or may not agree with it. Your vehicle crash example wasn’t specific enough to be sure, but it sounds like you expected the judge to determine fault in the crash, which is not something they do. You were cited, they decide whether you were guilty or innocent of that charge. That’s it.
@@coryhoggatt7691 Agree to the extent that, as in most situations, it is how something is presented. "Traffic court" is not administrative, it is judicial, but you may appear before a magistrate or other part-time judicial officer that may know the law and care. More likely, you will be part of a massive docket and your case just pushed through. The opportunity to make oral constitutional arguments is virtually zero. Does anyone out there know of or ever filed a pleading? That is extremely rare and if a so-called low end traffic matter, you will likely get laughed at. As suggested, there are so many missing details that it is difficult, if not impossible, to provide even fundamental commentary.
On a reasonable amount of time for a traffic stop. I was stopped once, and the officer didn't exit his car for 22 minutes. I sat calmly without moving. He then came up and asked for all the usual documentation. I had my registration and wallet in the glove box along with a legal pistol. I informed him of this fact asking how I should proceed. He said let him open the glove box. I said I was consenting to no search of any kind. Asked if he couldn't check that everything was up to date on his computer from my license plate after verbally ID'ing myself and giving my driver's license number. He agreed to that. Let me go in the end, but the total stop was over 45 minutes. Since then I make sure there are no firearms in the same place as such documents. He never told me why I was stopped. Do you have an advice on how best to handle such a situation? Excellent clear video btw, thanks.
I’m not gonna lie bro, this interaction just seems plain ass odd as hell…. If you aren’t the type to sue or what not then you don’t really have any recourse but the stop shouldn’t have taken that long and on top of that he never told you why you were stopped. Something stinks bad with that shit
SCOTUS has ruled that around 10 minutes 15 minutes at the most is enough time to detain for a traffic stop. Always keep track of the time when the cherries and berries come on to the time you are free to leave.
I head off some of the potential drama by having my license, registration, and insurance card in hand at the window by the time the officer approaches, then I make eye contact with a smile and before the officer can utter a word, I ask "Why did you stop me? " All together, it seems to catch them off guard and they just want to be rid of me.
This is one of the clearest, most concise legal advice videos I've ever seen. Thank you. I know in Mississippi if you have a firearm in your vehicle you have no duty to inform the officer during a traffic stop. However, I think if you're carrying or have one that will be visible if a door is opened and you've been asked to step out that you should definitely very politely inform the officer before he has a chance to see it and go into a cop panic. It has been a long time but I have gone through driver's license check points and had my pistol in my holster in my right hip. Even though I had no obligation to do so, I told them that I had a holstered weapon that I had to reach past to get my wallet. The response was a thank you for telling them. One said as long it remains we definitely have no problem. At such a checkpoint an officer in front of the vehicle of on the side could easily get a glimpse of a holstered firearm in such a situation so I feel like it's best to head it off. I assume, though, in other cases if my license plate has already been run that the officer has been informed that I hold an Enhanced Carry permit so the assumption would be that I'm armed. Perhaps, if you haven't already, you could do a video explaining such situations and how the laws can be very different between states. I'm now subscribed and clicked the bell!
I live in Mississippi and I have a ENHANCED CCW PERMIT AND I AM REQUIRED TO TELL ANY OFFICER A A TRAFFIC STOP THAT I HAVE A CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT AND I HAVE TO SHOW THEM THAT PERMIT AND MY DRIVER'S LICENSE, WHICH BOTH HAVE THE SAME NUMBERS ON THEM. MY TAG NUMBER IF RUN THROUGH LAW ENFORCEMENT WILL ALSO SHOW THAT I HAVE A CCW PERMIT. I WISH I HAD JUST LET IT EXPIRE EXCEPT I DO TRAVEL TO OTHER STATES AND NEED THE PERMISSION SLIP FROM MY GOVERNMENT.
No, Mississippi is not a "duty to inform" state. I have had a permit (even though permits are no longer required for either open or concealed carry in Mississippi) since MS began issuing them and I have had an Enhanced Carry since MS started that. I have studied the law on this extensively. It might occasionally be a good idea to tell them but it is simply NOT a requirement. You said you wish you had let it expire... there are quite a few places you can legally carry with the IC -- Instructor Certification/Enhanced Carry -- than you can without it. And, of course, the reciprocity with other states is a definite advantage. I go to South Carolina occasionally and they only recognize MS's permits if the permit holder has the Enhanced Carry.
@@ronnydowdy7432, you can verify what I've said by running up the MHP office in New Albany (or any other) or by downloading and reading the MS Gun Laws. Don't ask how I know New Albany is your nearest MPH office. LOL
@@watchdogu.s.a.8973 Thank you for the information but I read the papers when I first got my permit and in it reads I have to let the MHP know that I am carrying a gun. If ask for my driver's license I also have to give them my CCW PERMIT. I HAVE BEEN STOPPED ONLY ONE TIME AND THE MHP said don't touch yours and I won't touch mine. He also told me he already knew that I had a CCW PERMIT BECAUSE HE HAD ALREADY RUN MY TAG #. THIS WAS YEARS AGO.
In 55 years of owning guns of every description including NFA, I have never had a negative interaction with either ATF or Local LE. However, I do agree with every bit of advise you gave. I see nothing wrong or sketchy with the things you say. I have heard stories from others that were more difficult to handle. Of course, living in the pro gun and pro carry state of Florida has been most helpful. I could never imagine living in an anti gun state.
I can help you with that. Just think of not having one. That’s what it’s like. At the mercy a perpetrator ready to harm you or others and nothing anyone can do to prevent their intended actions. God help us all.
@@lukecat3825 I'm an 07FFL/SOT in MA. You wouldn't believe what it's like up here. The ATF and local police have been nothing but professional and courteous, but the local press and politicians are brutal and profoundly under-informed.
@@EddieCoyle I understand some. I’ve been an SOT for 52 years. Had many dealings with good people in Mass. They constantly kept me up to date on so many BS things. Of course I encouraged them to get out and move to somewhere in the US but it’s easier said than done. A few suffered severely at the hands of LE over what would have been minor things elsewhere. Best of luck to you in the future.
Yep, as a guy who doesn't generally want to cause issues and wanting to help, I was willing to talk to the police. I won't do so again. I had police knocking on my door, so I go and tell them what I was doing throughout the day as they accuse me of something. I tell my story once again, and they insist that my truck was tagged as being involved. They say "this place has a camera, will it confirm that you were the only one in the vehicle . . ." blah, blah, blah. I assumed it was an elicitation exercise or something. But nonetheless, I was getting mad. Like really, can I actually go down for some shit? And then they do this nefarious shit where they use my story when question my brother (who wasnt present during my questioning) asking if I did what they alleged or was it possible I did while engaged in what I actually did. They essentially tried to merge their story with my facts.
I've been pulled over 4 times since January of 2020. Every single time, I've notified the officer/deputy/trooper (yes, all three have pulled me over) that I am a CCP holder, and I am carrying. I was told that this will always put the LEO on edge and make them suspicious of you. That has never happened. The trooper asked if he could disarm me, and I agreed. The other three times, the LEOs said, "Don't show me yours, and I won't show you mine." I am always polite and treat them with respect. And I haven't been ticketed at all.
Well not all cops are bad. I been pulled over a few times and it was a breeze with no ticket. First I turn off the vehicle, open every window, turn on ALL inside lights (if it’s night out) and place my two hands on the steering wheel and engage with a simple “Hello officer how are you?” Another time i let my 15 year old son drive in the back streets to start teaching him how to drive. He got pulled over and was nervous, I said “Son calm down and do what I say” he did what I said I do above, the officer approached the vehicle asked for his DL, I spoke and said “Officer I apologize but he has no DL and I’m teaching him just in the backstreets how to drive like my dad did for me when I was his age, I’m so sorry and how do we move forward” he looked at me and my son, smiled and said switch seats and go home. I’m sure there are bad cops, but being nice goes along way! Stay safe Yallz!
It may have been important to note that many states require you to notify an officer during any encounter that you are carrying a firearm. That varies from state to state, so it’s important that you know the laws in the state you are in.
That true if you are carrying a firearm on your person. If are not carrying a firearm but have a firearm not in reach (some states consider that a firearm in reach is "carrying") and you are legally allowed to have that firearm and legally stored, most states consider that situation to be different and is better legally protected from arbitrary search and seizure. Unfortunately there are some police officers that don't want to do 100% legal searches and will do "hit and runs", by claiming a false infraction and then see what you consent to.
@@MattEwers-j7m gentlemen, I hate to hurt your feelings, but you are categorically wrong, and here are the statutes to prove it: “Duty To Inform States: In these states you are required by law to immediately, and affirmatively, tell a police officer if you have a firearm in your possession. Duty to inform states are as follows: Alaska (Alaska Stat. Ann. §11.61.220) Arkansas (Ark Admin. Code 130.00.8-3-2(b)) Louisiana (La. Stat. Ann. § 40:1379.3(I)(2)) Maine: (Permit holders have a quasi duty, non permit holders have full duty to inform). Michigan (MCL 28.425f(3)) Nebraska (Neb. Rev. Stat. §69-2440) North Carolina (N.C. Gen. Stat. Ann. §14-415.11) South Carolina (§23-31-215) Texas (must provide permit when asked for ID, §411.205) Washington D.C. (Title 7 Subtitle J Chpt. 25 § 7-2509.04)”
@@MattEwers-j7m That is not necessarily true. That, too, varies by state. Here in WA, I have been told both ways. The last time I was pulled over (it's been a while) I had my CPL, and the officer only mentioned it after he saw the physical card behind my DL.
@@MattEwers-j7m Not true in Ohio where we no longer need to have a CCL AND they are not allowed to ask if we are ar4med for a simple traffic stop and we legally have no need to tell them we are armed. I have lived in several states and every one has different laws.
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I had cops stand on my porch once for over a hour while other officers were securing a search warrant . They finally arrived with the warrant and then destroyed my front door and roll up door on my garage. It was pretty destructive the way they entered and then placed me in cuffs at gunpoint and then started cutting open my gun safe as well as a floor safe in my bedroom. They were tearing my house up looking for drugs and cash as well as firearms. Finally they discovered they were at the wrong house. I tried to tell them they had the wrong house from the beginning. But they had no interest in the effort required to verify the addresses. I won a judgment of
$71 ,891 for damages after a 5 year court battle
Absolutely terrifying.
Holy hell
Only $71k?? After all of that?
5 year battle...wow..only less than 80 grand
I wish law enforcement and the judges could get much more easily removed for this kind of cataclysmic failure. Qualified immunity .. most urgently needs to be significantly scaled back for the people.
Interesting how they are so highly trained in violating our rights, yet so poorly trained in upholding them…😮
Funny that huh.
BRAVO!
Their job is to violate your rights, not to help protect them.
Excellently worded!!!!!
That's why protesters of the construction of "Copy City" Atlanta are either vilified or ignored.
This man is 100% correct about them tearing your car up. When I was 17, I consented to a search, and the officer yanked wires out of my amplifier, breaking the terminals, ripping the wires and RCA cables, flipped my subwoofers over on their face, puncturing one of the foam surrounds on the subwoofer, ultimately ruining it. I called the police department and they asked "did you consent to the search?". That was the end of the it. I consented. I've never consented to another search since then.
Tru Dat.
I worked with a guy who had his whole RV torn apart because he gave consent to a search. The cops pulled out everything, found nothing, then left him sitting on the side of the road with a big pile of a mess.
@Steven --
Your only recourse is to take pictures and then sue the department. "Destruction" is not part of "search."
@@linguinatorschwartz9309 Nope, they are not liable for any damage to your property that occurs during the normal performance of their duties. They blew up a wall chasing a fugitive that broke into a random family's home and the family was given absolutely nothing.
Same thing with a border search. They can tear your whole car up, pulling out seats, spare tire, wheels off, even pull the bumpers off and more. Even if they find nothing they have No Legal Responsibility to put Any of it back together and often just turn over the pile of parts to you with a smile and "you are free to go". Yea, in what now?
@@txtardis7887 happened to my mom. Used to get her scripts filled in mexico because her insurance wouldnt cover them. Anyways we had a car the cartel likes because they can hide drugs in it easily.. made my mom a target to getting searched.
I got stopped by one of our State Trooper. He ask if I had a gun in the car. I said I didn't. He said "why not?"😂
lol based trooper
Especially in 2024....😂
Were you in Texas? 😂
@@darcybrummett7004 probably Arkansas
Things that never happened
Key phrases: "I do not consent to any searches or any seizures." "I want a lawyer immediately." "I do not answer questions." "I am invoking my right to remain silent." "Am I being detained, or am I free to go?"
True but I don't think it's their responsibility to get you a lawyer but you can if you want. Other than that, great comment!
100% correct...
Plead your 5 th and 6 th, don’t ask me any questions without my lawyer present. Consent to nothing, then go silent. At that point they have 20 minutes to fool you into talking. Just wait it out.
@d.4513 I'm from The Office TV show, it's all good.
@d.4513 Fun Fact: 89+% of Sovereigns are actually Public Servants.
Great video with one add: NEVER step outside your door if Police show up without a warrant. Your rights change the minute you step outside the threshold of your home. Police will use all kinds of tactics to get you to exit your home. DO NOT!
100%
My husband was detained on our porch for 3+ hours while other officers went back to town to get a search warrant, I showed up like 2hours in and was also detained.
Yep I can verify that personally😊
Thanks for that info!!!
Great information..
The fact that the police can rip an innocent persons car completely apart, possibly destroying your property/car, for "suspicion" is insane and need to be treated like the crime it is.
Cops and government: there are no innocent people. With enough laws on the books most people could be charged with 2 or 3 felonies.
But you consented…
And the Police are under no obligation to restore your vehicle to "pre-search" condition. They can, and do, leave it just like they made it, seats out, seat covers off, compartments emptied, etc.
Happened to a friend, friend got stopped supposedly for going a little fast, Officer asked where friend going in such a hurry, friend said I need to get my pot home, officer completely shut friend down from further explanation and commenced with a thorough search of vehicle , friend remained quiet 😂only to find NOTHING! Friend had potting soil! The Officer only heard pot! My friend is an Attorney!
First of all it's none of their business where you are going or coming from. remember, EVERYTHING you say will be used against you@@hollyh8509
I'm a lawyer. This was better than CLE courses I've taken. Thank you!
Appreciate this David! Thanks for watching!
NOTE about CONSENTING to search your car: I’ve heard of case where owner sued Police for damaging his car while they were searching it. The judge responded with “You gave up your rights when you consented to the search of your vehicle so you can’t sue for damages”. So that's another reason not to give a consent.
Yep.
They don't have to repair your stuff anyway. They can destroy your house even though it was the wrong house and not get in trouble.
@@CarmeloCapichei 🎉
@@mikechurchill1071 What's shaking Mike. Yall ready for the Beast system? You can run, but you can't hide. It's about to hit the fan soon. 😁
YEP NEVER EVER " Consent" .
Regardless of the legal nonsense; I’m tired of people saying “the rank and file stormtroopers(my word) are good people it’s just a few at the top”. If these so called good guys had any integrity they would either not carry out these tyrannical orders or they would quit/become whistleblowers. They wouldn’t facilitate these insane orders.
The "ones at the top" aren't the ones pulling you over to search your vehicle.
Anyone who listens to the traitors at the top is the problem. Any man who lives on tax money is a traitor who will do anything to keep living on tax money.
never heard anyone say that
They're all Nazis. The good ones LEAVE. A cop cannot be "good" and be part of the Gestapo at the same time.
I’m sick of people blaming “the other” side or group of society. If people eased their kids the right way this wouldn’t happen.
People act their learned behavior out be it as a policeman or government official or that contractor you hired.
It boggles my mind that people think, in a corrupt and foul culture/society, that one part of it can be “clean” while other part somehow completely “corrupt”.
We are made of the same people.
If you think politicians, lawyers and policemen are corrupt, but somehow your neighbors and yourself are not, then you insane. 😂
That kid who bullies other kids in elementary, sells alcohol in middle school and sleeps with many in high school will not turn into an angel politician when he grows. Jet people are schooled when politicians are bought dying drugs, spouse abuse or sex scandal. Like…. DaFak do you think it’s gonna happen? He’s living out his ego but now with more power and access.
As a former veteran Law Enforcement Officer, I agree entirely with all of your recommendations.
Maybe TMI, but can I ask what drew you away from the profession?
F you tyrant. To bad you are still here.
To bad you didn't get a flag.
AND, I think the video gives officers too much credit! 😊 They really don’t work that hard (retired LEO).
@@brandonallison3236 He was probably tired of being a douche bag. Since most of them hide behind their badge, I used to love and respect police that’s how I was taught. I wouldn’t so much as lift a finger for one of them if they needed my help.
I live in MD. About 6 years ago during hunting season. I was pulled over for having a blown 3rd light (that red light on the back of a truck above the cab). So, I opened the glove box to get the registration. I was hunting 6 hours earlier. I had shot gun shells in the glove box. Tho officer didn't say a word. About 90 seconds passed, and out of nowhere, 9 other cops and a helicopter showed up. They run up on me and torn me out of the truck. Tossed me to the ground and stood on my back repeatedly asking for the gun. But I had already put it back into my safe at home. They didn't believe me and torn my truck apart. So I only asked one question: What if I had a gun? It's hunting season. They didn't answer. So they had me for over an hour and didn't find a gun. They let me go by just leaving me. At night, I got in the getto (Baltimore) with my property in the gutter, and it was dark. I felt really protected and served.
1. DO NOT open door.
2. No warrant, no talk.
3. Call Sheriff and your lawyer.
That's a hard sell -- if door is open, they may present you from shutting it, and callng a Sherriff/Lawyer WHILE in a stop situation would only be an aggravation. I'd like to know what Esq. Jeff thinks about making declarations on 2A rights, even 6A rights, and asking for the officer to call for a Sherriff (or PD if the Sherriff conducted the stop). It's like I've seen many times, folks demand the officer to provide their name/badge, and request for a supervisor (makes sense if you're a woman and don't want to be searched by a man, etc.)
@@NFOsec if they try to prevent you from closing your door and they don't have a warrant, that's an infringement of your rights. Ask me how I know.... Spoiler alert, I have 10 years experience in this field... They cannot even stick their foot in the door, that's also an infringement.
Doing number 1 gives them exigent circumstances
@@jtfike hahaha, no the fuck it doesn't...
@@NFOsecthree ways to stop that don't open the door. Two talk to them threw the nearest window with a screen. Three have a storm door put on your house and keep it locked that way you can have a door between you and them.
It's very disturbing that in this country, after more than 250 years, it is very easy for any police officer to find a 'legal' way in which to physically assault any citizen and justify it in court. Unless you stand like a statue you are subject to any punishment they want to inflict on you. Scary.
If you stand like a statue while they are taking you to their squad car, you can be charged with resisting.
Yeah. While we generally have more freedoms now than in the early period of our country, police overreach is one area that has been greatly expanding as of late.
It's always been that way though.. it was worse before cameras were everywhere. Do you really think when nothing stopped them corruption wasn't worse? When they could beat confessions out of you? When they could arrest you for societally determined "moral issues" solely based on religious beliefs and racism?
Well, it's not since we have now. Thanks to the Supreme Court who has been chipping away at our constitutional rights. Little by little for the last 60 years
@@kittyhawk7060 And Likely Beaten As A Result.
Back in the mid 70's. I did work at the border. I had no idea of protocol so I asked.
They told me that I would have to leave my vehical and an agent would take me to the work location.
When I got back to my vehical, doors wide open, tools scattered on the ground, pappers were blowing around in the wind, and my car seats were stacked up outside my vehical.
I was in shock. They tore my car apart, they did not give explaniation and would not help me put it back together. I was furious. Im here doing work for you and you destroy my car !
I called my boss, he came to the site and said we will never be doing work for them again. He also paid me for the time and parts to put my car back together.
Yah, no bosses like that anymore.
I'm fairly certain that's like way against your rights, especially if you asked and they lied.
@@Bradythefed unfortunately all they have to do is " suspect" something illegal and they can rip apart your car, They don't even have to put it back together or reimburse you for anything they broke. absolutely broken system.
@@Bradythefed US courts have effectively rendered the border a Constitution-free zone. Even if you're not crossing, just goring within a certain distance of the border basically forfeits your rights.
@Crazy-Chicken-Media well, no. It has to be reasonable articulate suspicion.
This is great information that I had to learn the very hard way.
Short story:
I was the driver of my gf’s car and she was in the passenger seat. Got pulled over by the sheriff on the claim I was going 30 mph over the speed limit. I had cruise control set at 5 mph below the speed limit because of all the potholes. I had to handguns on me I legally owned. When I went through a handgun safety class the old man said during his presentation “if you get pulled over and have a gun on you. Do the right thing and let the officer know immediately upfront.” Not knowing any better, that’s what I did. The sheriff Immediately pulled me out of the car, took my gun and then began searching the car (with my consent thinking I was doing the right thing) 3 hours later, 6 city officers, 2 K9’s and a completely destroyed vehicle, I end up in handcuffs getting hauled to jail with 2 felony charges. The sheriff claimed he found a few flakes a weed on the floorboard of the passenger side. Interestingly enough, in court, there was no way for the lab to retest the substance.
Do everything this man says. I will never ever ever willingly let ANYONE know when I have a weapon on my person. Cop or not.
Stay safe, folks
A gun threat was reported at my daughter's elementary school. My daughter was named as part of the group walking during PE when this was "supposedly" said. The city police showed up at my house and demanded to see my guns and said that my daughter couldn't come back to school until they saw them. Turns out after speaking to all parties involved it never happened and was all over jealousy about a boy and my daughter had absolutely nothing to do with the conversation.
Holy shit dude. That’s insane. Y’all stay safe.
Did you show them your guns?
Homeschool.
How did they know you own guns?
Did your daughter say something that alerted the 2ndAmennazis?
So this is a case of being "Swatted" right? Tell us more. I can see where the police could claim exigent circumstances to gain access but by the same token, the police visit is based on hearsay. So it comes down to whether the cops have the nerve to push it and possibly force the door. Very dangerous situation to be sure.
My lawyer pointed to a large mouth bass mounted on his wall and told me “see that fish? If he’d would’ve just kept his mouth shut he wouldn’t be on my wall right now”
Best advice ever
I already knew where you was headed 😂
I'd hire that lawyer
Lawyer : if the large mouth keeps it zipped ,you must acquit !!!
That's beautifully said 😅 I love it
i freaking love it! wish i had that lawyer when i needed one before.
What I own is none of your business....what I buy is none of your business.... I never ,never give consent ... this is solid advice....
All of this at the foundation goes against the second amendment. It says the right to bear arms SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED UPON.
All of these classifications and forms, the tracking the record keeping all infringe upon that right.
Then I sure hope you vote republican…Kammie and friends are definitely coming for our firearms, otherwise
@marionmitchell261 yeah OK tough guy if the police want to see your guns search your house take your guns or take you in they are going to do all of it if you want to cry about your rights you will have to do it in court while trying to dig out of a pile of motions with your legal bills mounting best to just hand your guns over then lie face down and wait to be cuffed see how easy that was - next issue please
@@ReverendSnedley You're part of the problem.
Fool@@ReverendSnedley
Having your vehicle is good working order, obeying speed limits and obeying all traffic laws will avoid 90% of law enforcement interactions while traveling in the first place. This is an excellent video and a good refresher for those of us who hold a JD.
Even if you were speeding they do not have a right to search your car
That first part sounds fun and dandy, but in 2024 that obey all traffic code and vehicle equipment codes is not enough. Remember police love traffic code. Not law code. To hunt and impead Americans freedom of movement. I'm traveling freely down roads that I pay for not. ENDANGERING people or persons, VICTIMIZING people, DAMAGING PROPERTY, or TRESSPASSING I should be LEFT ALONE AS SUPPOSED FREE AMERICAN. BUT NO THEY LIE ABOUT SHIT PULLY YOU OVER UNLAWFULLY. THE. ACT LIKE THEY HAVE THE MORAL HIGH GROUND. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME SEVERAL TIMES. THIS IS WHY I HAVE FRONT REAR DASH CAMERAS.
If they want to pull you over they will follow you and find something. Police have admitted to this
Thank you. If everyone was 100% aware of their Constitutional rights this country would be a better place.
Being aware is the vital first step but being willing to stand up for them is the vital second step. Its one thing to know a cop is violating your rights, it's another to stand up to them. A comment above is from a guy that had his rights violated while he got some restitution in the end, it cost him five years of court and grief. People get in the situation and think, nah, easier to just bend over now and try to forget getting screwed with therapy.
this lack of education on our rights is by design. 😊this video should be a part of civics class in high school
It would be better if our government acted within the bounds of the constitution. Knowing your rights is important but it’s not enough.
US citizens dont have rights, they have privileges and statutes
If they could comprehend history we'd be even better off!
When you purchase a home - consider the porch area...
My current home has a fully enclosed porch with its own set of exterior storm and inside doors which are always locked as is the inside door to the house proper.
When I go to answer the door I close the inside door and never unlock the outside storm door. No foot in the door, no chance for home invasion, and no open area to see something suspicious to establish probable cause!
If your home doesn't have the same arrangement consider adding the enclosed porch - at very least, install an exterior storm door that remains locked even if you open an inside door.
Thank you
Setting up a sallyport. Smart, very smart.
I have exact setup but I never answer my door I have security cameras
It's great advice - put as many barriers as possible between the inside of your home and the outside world. But unless I'm expecting someone or it's someone I recognize, I simply don't answer the door to strangers no matter what type of outfit they have on.
I dunno. Me I'm half arsed paranoid. I went for a home set well back off the only road into the area (only home on the street) stone and mortar fence line backed up by six acres of hedge maze, gate house with armed private security (all of whom I know and trust and pay well), private drive to main house, blast proof doors, bullet proof windows blast louvered shutters quarried limestone block walls, roof is gabled to a fare-thee-well with many covered hides along roof line. But I've been thinking lately, all that might not be enough. So I'm wondering if it might be worth it to install a murder-hole at the front entrance. Just in case. Thoughts?
As someone who doesn't just have extra money lying around to hire a lawyer on the fly, I appreciate you sharing this information. Thank you for letting me know what I can and can't do if I'm ever in that situation.
They have to get a public defender for questions!
Never answer a cop's question!
You must demand it!
Yes, thank you very much for the information! I have only been stopped by officers three times in my lifetime (I'm in my 60s). Once for a headlamp out (actually just very dim) and that officer was very polite and professional and let me off with a verbal warning. I replaced it the very next day. Don't ask for trouble! Once I was stopped in New Mexico and they said I was speeding, which I was not. I didn't argue, I looked over the ticket and it said that if I didn't sign the ticket that I would be taken into custody. I was passing thru that state with my cousin on the way to get some of his belongings. The last thing I wanted (or needed) was to go to jail on a three-day weekend trip! Did my out-of-state license plate encourage the LEOs to enrich their county at my expense? I think so but it would have cost me a lot more time and money to fight it in court so needless to say I found another route back! So I've gotten only two tickets, one for the New Mexico speeding ticket (undeserved) and the other was for parking on the wrong side of the road which is ridiculous since that is why a vehicle has rear-view mirrors. County governments are always finding ways to enrich their coffers as well as their pocket books, I have no doubt!
The right to remain silent is the 5th Amendment not the 6th amendment how can a constitutional lawyer get that wrong Karma if it was a slip up for goodness sakes corrected you're inaccurate statement
@@tomnisen3358 Yes it's true that if you don't already have a lawyer or can't afford one then you can get assigned a public defender, however you should know that public defenders are often fresh out of law school with little experience and its pretty certain they didn't graduate anywhere near the top ot their class. Technically you'll have legal counsel, but the real question is how competent and committed they are to aggressively defend your rights. This is the unfortuate reality that folks who aren't well to do will face when they go to court.
I learned so much. Will definitely remember “Am I free to go?” Thank you!!!
I was stopped while carrying here in NH and the officer asked if I was armed. I told him I was, what I was carrying and where, and told him I would comply with however he wanted to handle things. he smiled and said, "how about you don't show me yours and I won't have to show you mine?" I agreed. Verbal warning for speeding, no muss, no fuss.
You gave way too much. In a different city they can be a dick and take it and drop it in a puddle of mud while it's locked open
Same. I work Search and Rescue and have a CCW permit, and if I'm working a crime scene or formally sanctioned search with law enforcement present, I just let them know I'm carrying for safety, and no one cares.
Even if they did, I'm fine with showing my weapons. I train and handle working dogs, and those you can see plainly. I don't see the difference. In a traffic stop, the first thing I say is that the dog loose in the back end is trained to prevent him from reaching his arm into the vehicle, and then that I am carrying.
@@Nylak-Otter I'm not because they eject the round into a sewer drain or leave your gun in the rain
@@jason200912and sometimes they flag everyone in scene, lol. Despite training, cops are often the least safe gun handlers due to how they are never held accountable for such things.
@@jason200912 I've yet to have anyone that actually asked. Like OP said, I tell them the type of weapon and where it's located on my body, and they don't follow through. Granted, I am a small woman, and I don't look like much of a threat.
Also, I carry my revolver with me backpacking and on wilderness searches, so it's used to rain, ice, snow, etc exposure; I just maintain it accordingly. 😅
Step 1: Always record your encounter
Step 2: Always record your encounter
Step 3, see 1 and 2 while saying nope
Step .5 don’t answer the door
IF your a dick to the cop, expect to get a ticket. -- be polite, cooperate, and drive off with a warning! ATF at my house, that's different. Tell them to pound sand, and go get a warrant.
Record, yes, but avoid the encounter to begin with. Do not have voluntary interactions with armed agents of the state who can murder you the instant they "feel threatened" and face no consequences.
Agree but what do you do when they show up unannounced on your doorstep?@@fakecubed
Once upon a time a search warrant was required to enter the home to execute an arrest warrant.
The police cannot arrest you inside your home without a search warrant. This is why they always ask you to step outside.
It took only 200+ years to get where we are now. The nation's best years are behind us and in a few more generations our rights and freedoms will be but a distant memory. 🙁
You nailed it buddy! I'm 75 & grew up when the nation had common sense! Look at the imbecile we have in D.C.
When you remind them they need a signed warrant to enter your home the cops get pissed and force their way in
and arrest you for obstruction for not complying for letting them to come in to beat the shit out of you and to violate your rights.
'They' only get away with what "We, the SHEEPLE" tolerate and enable.
We've done this to ourselves.
Rule #1 *Never* Open the 🚪 for the Police.
I was stopped on a highway for speeding and the state trooper asked if I minded if he searched my vehicle. "Of course I do !", I told him a bit resentfully. I think my answer sort of surprised him because I was assertive and didn't hem and haw about it (this was around 1982). When he asked why I minded so much I answered "Because this is America and we have a Constitution, and I swore an oath to protect and defend it (I was in the Army at the time). I was stopped for speeding and now you want to search my vehicle with no crime or warrant, so I do mind if you search it."
I don't know how he felt about my words, but I was respectful overall, and didn't swear or cuss him out. He told me about drugs being shipped in cars with out of state plates and then handed me my ticket and I was on my way. He was smiling as he turned and walked away, so it didn't go too badly.
and THANKYOU for your service to OUR GREAT UNITED STATES of AMERICA. GOD bless You ! 😸
@@GailForce-eu5kx😂
What are you hiding? Let the trooper search your car!
@Alexfolsome1121durp
@@Alexfolsome1121 Really?
If I’m in my home and he doesn’t have a warrant tell them they are trespassing. If you get pulled over by a cop do the following: 1st Invoke your 1st Amendment Right to Film as a member of the press. 2nd Invoke your 5th Amendment to answer any questions without the presence of your attorney. 3rd Invoke your 4th Amendment to inform the cops that you refuse any and all searches. Semper Fi and Carry On!
Ya... and pack a lunch while the thugs, at best, "detain" you for hours. It's no skin off their noses to wreck your whole day. They're getting paid a FORTUNE to hassle you.
@@rae0521If it gets that far, they're going to ruin your day no matter how you answer.
Some states have a duty to inform, or a duty to inform when asked if you're carrying a firearm when they pull you over. In AZ, they can even 'hold' it for the duration of the stop.
You don't need to be a member of the press to record.
If u get pulled over by a cop, follow his instructions and you'll go home🤷♂️
As a police officer of 20 years I have only once asked to see a persons weapon. After a self defense incident and I knew some rather gun-ho newbies were on the way lights and sirens. I advised the person of this and said if you want you can place it in your vehicle or my patrol unit. I gave them the choice and they placed it in my unit freely. This way I could put out over the radio the weapon is secured making it a bit safer for all of us.
What I will say is this. I patrol a rather rural small town area. My backup is usually a ways out, with that I consider the fellow citizens exercising their 2nd amendment rights as my closest backup. Our state has both constitutional concealed carry and open carry along with concealed weapons permits class 1&2. I encourage folks to carry and love having chats about the new handgun or rifle they got and even the in-depth conversations about why they chose it or the ammo they chose and why. I am the type of cop I am because I took to heart what the lead instructor said after we passed our tests and prepared for academy graduation. He said " Be the cop that gains the public's trust and respect to where you have five people jumping beside you to back you up instead of in front of you to take you on."
I will say this as a peace officer I cannot give legal advice. With that if you ever have to use your firearm or even display it to diffuse a situation, PLEASE PLEASE call your attorney and don't say a damn thing even after given your Miranda rights. Here is why, our cameras will be on we put what is said in our reports and that all goes to the court. So in other words make it a clear as clean glass for your attorney to represent you. Stay strong ya all exercise your rights. Oh and if your ever in my neck of the woods feel free to pull up say hi and have a chat about the type of iron you like.
Excellent information. In my home State (N.C.), CCP holders are required to inform a traffic officer: "I am a CCP holder and I am/or am not exercising my right today" as soon as he approaches my vehicle." How do you (as an officer of the law) want that reply issued.
To answer your question. You stated it perfectly. You stated you have a permit along with exercising your right. The only thing I would say or add is the location of the weapon. Reason being you will be reaching for license, registration, and proof of insurance. By giving location of weapon this can ease the situation on the officers side. Especially if you get a jumpy young pup.
I'm 61 years old and that's the best rebuttal that I've seen from an officer of the law. You're the type of guy I can shake your hand. I wish more officers were like you sir. Protect and serve used to be on all of the cop cars in my day don't see it much anymore it's most unfortunate..
@@oilfieldron5800 I thank you sir. I am with you on how law enforcement has changed in the public eye. The saying a few bad apples ruin the whole basket seems to run true. The sad part is there are many of us out here who stay true to the aspects of law enforcement and what our duty is to the public, but are put in the same category as those that have done the public wrong.
@@alynnbeyer7868 yes sir I think you're right on the average person so far is their outlook on law enforcement..
As for me sir, I judge a person by their fruits. I treat all officers with respect. And I think it's important that the public knows their rights. Or should I say they're constitutional rights most importantly. And I respect an officer who abides their oath to the Constitution. And that is not cowardice to stand up for the fact even in his own fellow officers. God bless you sir. It's nice to have someone with integrity to wear the uniform.
One thing I would like for you to address, and maybe you did in another video that I haven’t seen yet, is what the interaction should look like if you’re pulled over for a traffic stop and you are carrying concealed in a duty to inform state. Some of us have as a condition of being issued our concealed weapons permit, a duty to inform that we are carrying in any official interaction with police. I was stopped several years ago and informed the officer that I have my concealed permit and that I am currently carrying my firearm. The officer immediately called for back up, and when that officer arrived, he took possession of my firearm, completely disassembled it, and ran the serial number to “ensure it wasn’t stolen.“ He certainly violated my fourth amendment rights that night, but I knew the side of the road was not the place to become belligerent so I complied and called my attorney the next morning. I did not consent to the unlawful search because I did not know he had run the serial number until he handed me my firearm back completely disassembled along with an empty magazine and a handful of bullets.
Same has happened to me many times in Michigan. I'm surprised if I'm pulled over and told as is your 2nd Amendment right and NOT handcuffed. Each of those other times I was handcuffed, searched, weapon confiscated, serial number run, unloaded, returned after 30 to 45 minutes, let go. No apology. I'm looking for civil rights attorney now to sue the last one. He actually perjured himself in court lying about his police report. All charges dismissed lack of evidence but his testimony kept my friend in jail 120 days because he asked for a $25000 cash bond. 2500 i could have put up. Malicious prosecution. Cruel and probably not unusual punishment. Perjury. Violation of civil rights under color of law.
As a former 22 year cop, I HIGHLY ENDORSE THIS VIDEO. IT WAS PRESENTED IN AS REALISTIC AS POSSBLE. BELIEVE HIM AND OBEY HIS ADVICE!!!
Can tell you were a cop since you say obey his advice instead of take his advice. LOL Thank you for your service.
I was thinking the same. Obey???? Seriously? @@mcoguyaj
@@mcoguyaj 😂😂👍👍
Yuk
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The biggest problem is the immunity given to police and other officials. Why should they not be held accountable for breaking the law just because they do it on duty.
Indeed, qualified immunity needs to end
Montana don't have police immunity and some others don't so check your state.
CT lost immunity too. Helps keep everyone honest.
@imstilleddiefromtheblock It realistically won't, but I agree strongly with your sentiment.
They have home addresses.......
First things first. Always look through the peephole and ask who they are before you open the door. Second, do not open the door for strangers. Especially not for the police.
I would add, while holding a loaded firearm of substantial caliber.
Stranger danger! It’s more true in this situation than any other.
I just don't answer the door for anyone that's not been invited. Once I see/hear them leaving then I may choose to open the door depending on who it is.
@@tiffanyshanley1419 Yes! I apply the same principle to answering my phone. If I don't know your number and you're not in my contacts already, I'm not answering and you can leave a voice mail. If it's important, I may or may not call back.
@@CodeBleu724 Yep agreed. I do the same. Then I usually block that number when I find out they're scammers or telemarketers. One day my own phone number was calling me. That was freaky!
The best way to have no worries is don't carry illegal crap in your vehicle and be nice. I've gotten out of so many tickets by being courteous, honest and respectful.
In the states I travel to, as a CWP holder, I am required to state that I am carrying at the point he asks for ID. Never had a problem. Funny thing, a traffic stop in Florence, AZ, the cop stated that city policy required him to take my gun until the stop was over. I carried a 1911 cocked and locked. He struggled with it for 8 minutes before his supervisor showed up. He wrestled with it "trying to make it safe". When they finally got the actoin open, the chambered round fell onto the floor of the cruiser. After a warning for speeding, which I was doing, they returned the cleared gun and magazine. Several days later, I heard from a friend who lived there that the cop who stopped me was in trouble for having "unaccounted for ammo" in his car.
😂😂😂😂 Thats Freaking Hilarious
The outcome with the unaccounted for ammo is funny! That said, I am concerned about inquiries on guns, or weapons, when I am traveling about. I'm retired and accumulated various guns over the years, which a several ownerships prior to my possessions. I transport custom pistols and rifles of significant value and worry about any Officer ever stating, "well, I got to check these to see if they're stolen?" I;ve started carrying the purchase receipt for the very common pistol I now carry for self defense; that's how nervous Offical overstep concerns me!
@@johnshields9110
Good idea
I didn't know Florence had a police department. It's such a podunk town, I've only seen the roid apes from the Pinal County sheriff patrolling, and I wouldn't be surprised by anything stupid they would do.
Why did you make a distinction between “AR-15” and “rifle”?
Many places in Michigan if you say you don't consent, they will bring in a dog and say it hit. This has been done to me several times. I do not use or transport drugs and have never had anything found during a search. It felt as though by denying consent many officers get upset because how dare you deny them.
Someone I know wink wink and his friend got pulled over just as his buddy lit up the blunt. His friend freaked out and put it out and threw it under the seat. The cop walked up and wanted to search. He denied and they brought the dog. Dog somehow didn’t hit on anything 😂. Someone I know got lucky that night.
That can be used as a defense in and of itself. If they make you wait for a K9 unit, unless it's nearby, that is unreasonable extension of the traffic stop. This does have some precedent, but can go either way based on the circumstances.
@@GReaper if you watch On Patrol Live, they make people wait on K9s all of the time. A few weeks back they walked a dog around a man who had been riding a bike. Not the bike, the man. I had never seen anything like it until then. It was pouring rain and even though the dog did not alert, the cop lied and searched the guy anyway. They found nothing at all. It's interesting how many laws the cops will break on live TV.
@@alphaacres1331 cops always lie n make shit up it only took them 5 minutes to bring the dog they said and small town bs they set up in a certain spot and try and catch drug runners because their whole town is methed up. I’m happy Illinois is legal now and can smoke if one chooses in their home
@@DiggingDeepVlog dogs are hilariously unreliable, i know a guy who had a drug trained K9. The damn thing would sniff cars only AFTER he pee'd on every tire.
The goofiest recent thing in legal circles is you cannot exercise your right to remain silent by being silent. You must verbally advise you choose to remain silent. You must speak, to stay silent. Staying silent is now obstruction.
It's all fvcked, isn't it?
This only applies to voluntary interviews. Miranda still is required if there is coercion. And they can't compel you to speak, they can just comment on your silence at trial which is normally an absolute no go.
Not legal advice but a simple primer.
UNLESS you're MUTE! Can't make you talk, if you can't talk (choose not to talk); learn some basic ASL. That will stump them.
@@50buttfish then, they'll just beat and arrest you.
Not accurate. You can just be silent. It can be considered 'suspicious' if you're talkative until they ask you about a specific thing and then you go silent, according to the Texas case that created that precedent.
never talk to law enforcement, no one has ever talked themselves out of being arrested
Knock knock
"who is it?"
"We just want to talk"
"are there two of you?"
"yes?"
"good, then talk to each other"
😂😂😂
Hahahahahahahaha!!
First good chuckle I had in a while. Thank you for that. 😂
Officer: do you know why I pulled you over? me: ‘cause I let you.
The best answer in that situation .. lmao
In the state of Oklahoma if you are carrying a firearm you are only required to inform the officer if they ask and it is illegal for them to disarm you unless you are committing a crime. The law is Title 21 Section 1290.1.
In N.H. there is no duty to inform.
Funny thing though who’s gonna charge them Internal affairs? Not likely we have investigated ourselves and found no wrongdoing
Same here in Wisconsin
what crime would that be? Would that include misdemeanors and/or civil infractions? If not, what makes you think the gun thugs won't escalate the situation even further to either disarm you, or possibly kill you?
The less law enforcement has reason to come to my place the better. I just want to live in peace.
If the ATF shows up at my door, I'm not answering and I'm calling the sheriff, impersonating a law officer is a crime.
If they are wearing their ATF uniform and showing their ID through the peep hole, they aren't impersonating a law officer.
I have wondered that, technically the ATF is regulatory. I don’t think they have the same powers as even the FBI for arrests and searches.
@@mikewaterfield3599tell that to Randy weavers wife and those innocent children in Waco
@@beebob1279 ATF are tax collectors
@@beebob1279actually they are a regulatory branch... technically they have 0 law enforcement title....they have a badge.....so does a jail guard....
Total excellence. Profuse gratitude to everyone involved in your practice and with the production of these videos
I am also a criminal defense attorney. With that in mind I need to say that this is a great channel and a great video. I wish every person in this country was required to your videos.
…watch…
This following Statement says it all....
I used to be a member of and a distributor of PRE PAID LEGAL. FORMALLY PPL.
NOW...
LEGAL SHIELD
THIS IS MY POINT.
IF YOU DONT KNOW YOUR RIGHTS...
YOU HAVE NO RIGHTS.
2ND.
And not as important. But maybe.
Keep your mouths shut.
Cops lie
That's what they do.
They DGAF about you or your life.
They will arrest you.
They will cuff you.
Take you to jail..
And do a Fkd report and then walk out ...in affected by anything you said.
And go home and not worry about your sorry ass ever again.
The DAs office now reads the cops report.
Hopefully you mouth was shut.
Now. Your attorney has a clean slate hopefully.
All this said...
At 57. Ive had my run ins with all the fkn horrible cops/pigs.
As far as I'm concerned. They're all PsOS.
And Lastly.
They fk laugh about it.
Talk about PTSD FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE.
All defense lawyers are CRIMINAL
All defense lawyers are CRIMINAL'S
Hello, I’m hoping you can answer a question for me. Say you get pulled over for a typical traffic stop and the officer asks if you have any weapons in the car. Would you respond that you have the right to remain silent?
Got a warrant? No? Keep stepping
Search warrant specifically stating which guns.
@@austinwinston684 Exactly.
Exactly get a warrant
@@austinwinston684 warrant will be braoder than that and include any and all weapons.
@@scottlemiere2024 Vague, And Often Overly Broad. Our Childhood Upbringing Keeps Us In Fear Of Police And Our Grandma's Keep Us Acting Respectful Expecting The Same From Our Conversant. That Is No Longer The Case.
Excellent video. Seriously, please continue your crusade to inform the general public. It is honorable of you and a service not even the general public fully understands just how valuable what u are doing is . From those of us who DO, god bless you and Godspeed. PS: I taught my sons from a young age to only say, "I want my lawyer." And then shut up. Little did I know how much advice like yours would save my sons future. 3 months before he leaves for college he's arrested. Thanks to him following advice like yours, and even though the cops were pissed, he did what he was told. My attorney got the case dismissed in 10 mins and credits my son's silence for killing his charges. My son left for college the next day. I was so proud of him
Thank you. I live in Mississippi & have a advanced Conceal carry permit. I was not paying attention to the speed ( 45 in a 35 ) passed by a unmarked police vehicle. He lighted me, we knew why he stopped us, we were smiling, gave him my license which returned a 1023 meaning license to carry. This guy was cool, told me to be more careful & said he loved people who carried guns.
It could have ended differently if you looked non white.
Statistically speaking, people with concealed-carry permits commit less crimes than even police do. There is no better person to have as a neighbor.
Awesome!
THAT WAS A RARITY.
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They shouldn't even know you bought 2 firearms.
2, that's what they are getting; 2 things. Jack and shit.
If they're NFA there's a form 4 with a tax stamp. And your local PD has a photocopy... because part of the process is local endorsement stating it doesn't violate any local laws to own said NFA gun...and for, air fingers quote, administrative purposes, most PD's keep a copy of all documents they endorse. So while it's NOT gun registration, it's "Gun Registration." Food for thought.
We are becoming a totalitarian govt.
Your exactly right
Exactly
From a deputy’s perspective, I really appreciate the way y’all give information. You’re not saying all officers are bad people and you always stress people stay calm and respectful. I know defense attorneys are not the most popular with a lot of officers but more of us are not threatened by this information because we respectfully do our jobs. I’m not in Texas but just like the manner in which you are giving information.
I was an Officer and served 9 years in the Military, too, you shouldn't be asking for information that is not pertinent to the reason you pulled them over in the first place and the extra info. is none of your business .
Stay respectful? Fuck that! We owe no respect to those who don’t respect us. No such things as “a few bad apples” anymore. Way more than a few these days. Respectful cops are the very few anymore. Funny how all these former LEO on these sights were always the good ones. Fuk off dude, you were part of the problem and the wheel keeps spinning. Nothing changes.
When you join a gang that thrives and profits from violating the rights of citizens, you're a bad person.
Imagine a defense attorney not being liked by cops.... you cops are too focused on the conviction rather than rubbing 2 brain cells together to figure out what's right and wrong. You just proved that 😂
Cops shouldn't be enforcing unconstitutional laws in the first place. That's what causes the issues.
One of the best tricks I have ever used is KEEPING YOUR HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL at all times. If you have tinted windows roll them down AS YOU ARE PULLING OVER, NOT while he is walking up to your door. When he asks for your information then politely state where it is and that you are going to reach for it and any additional moments that you are going to make such as undoing your setbelt to be able to better reach your ID and insurance. I see people all the time getting all huffy and puffy and drinking their drinks, keeping their hands down by their legs where the officer can't see them while fidgeting and im like are you trying to get shot?
Regardless of the situation ALWAYS RECORD EVERY ENCOUNTER WITH THE POLICE. IT IS YOUR RIGHT TO DO SO
It's not true in every state, Arizona, Louisiana, and Florida all have various and obviously vague laws about this.
won't worry, the court is trying to make recording police illegal.
Don't just record locally stream to an online secure account as well.
There's many videos online of cops breaking people's phones or deleting videos. The online account will keep the online version of the video regardless
@@tomthenavyveteran89 True Tom but I'd draw the line at parking tickets.
Especially since most depts will fight to not give you their bodycam footage of the incident afterwards, or they don’t wear bodycams at all
What you forgot to mention is the logic behind the "consent to search" question. If they ASK for consent to search it means they DO NOT have probable cause to search.
I asked for consent hundreds of times when I had a warrant on me. That’s done in case the search warrant gets thrown out for whatever reason. Which happens more than you think. So if you give consent, that’s just an easy way to avoid the legal issues that may be identified by a sharp attorney to get the warrant thrown out, and everything they found under its authority, isn’t admissible. But if you give consent, you just took a potential avenue of attack for your lawyer. Never consent, don’t be aggressive or argumentative, and stay calm. Jeff nailed it on this one.
Well normally they won't even ask. They have all sorts of tricks to make the average person think that they DO HAVE the right to search it because they can say they smell alcohol of weed or some bullshit. They can also say they saw you reaching for something so like he said, make sure you stay nice and still from the moment you see those lights. Also, the best thing is to make sure you have NOTHING in your vehicle so if they DO pull their bullsh!t and find nothing, you got them on illegal search and multiple violations of your rights. Oh, and DEFINTIELY make sure you have no open alcohol containers. If you are returning 15 bags of empties at the end of a good summer party month, make sure you have no alcohol on your breath or in your system too. Then make sure none fell out and rolled under you're seats that might appear one night if you get pulled over after stopping for a beer after work.
ummmm not necessarily. the "consent" makes the case stronger. doesn't mean they don't have PC
That is not always the case. Sometimes, especially if it is a traffic stop, they are trying to save you and them some time. They can detain you until they get either a warrant delivered to the site, or a drug dog to arrive to walk the car. This can take a couple of hours or so. It is situational. If you have time, just wait, if not let them look and be on your way.
@justobserving170 nope. Not an accurate statement the SCOTUS has ruled on several occasions that on a TS u can only detain someone for a reasonable amount of time I.E. The amount of time it would take to do the business of writing a ticket(s) so if a K9 Is an "hour" away...not reasonable
"We won't ask again!"
"Great! Thank you!"
[closes door]
I was with you until "closes door" .. Never open it. They stick their feet in and make it impossible to "close door". #NEVEROPENDOOR
@@mistyevans8160 This is a great reason to have a storm door, so you can open the main inner door and still have that transparent barrier between you.
@@mistyevans8160 VERY GOOD ADVICE!
I was in a traffic stop wherebi advised the officer immediately, of the weapon, and its location. He ran my ID, realized i was legal, he told me he was glad im out there, if the day ever comes he needs me
I was pulled over by a Missouri State Trooper because I was speeding. I had two 9MM with me one on the passenger seat and one in my cup holder in the center console. He never batted an eye, said I always encourage people to carry, then took my license registration and insurance to his car and never mentioned the pistols or asked me to get out but I just left my hands on the steering wheel. He returned my things, said have a nice day but please slow down. Had this happened in my home State on kommiefornia, I would have been arrested on the spot. I love rural Missouri.
Depends on what you would have been in. East Cali is pretty conservative and a few sheriff's has told Sacramento to suck it
Back in 86 , I was 16. I would drive 40 miles one way to work at night to work. This was in Harris county Texas. My oldest brother advised me to carry his 45acp. I was pulled over one night by Texas DPS trooper for a tail light that was going on and off. He saw the 1911 on my seat and asked to have a look at it. He cleared it, then felt the trigger pull weight ( obviously he was a 1911 enthusiast) he asked me why I carry it when I'm only 16. I told him how I have this long drive to Conroe to work and it's always at night. He wrote me a warning for the tail light, loaded my 45 back up handed it to me , and said be safe out there tonight. I❤️ Texas.
Yea I always told folks leave yours in your holster and I will also! Honestly I've given the you need a firearm lecture a few times in my career.... "An armed society is a polite society!!!" Plain and simple....
I'm in SW Missouri. Those are facts
Yes, Alex, I'll take 'things that never happened' for $400...
What's BS is that they can legally walk onto your private property to come and harass you to begin with. We all need to push for land that you own, to be recognized/considered an extension of your dwelling!
Some states have already done this and we all need to support those states!
Call the Sheriff's office and report trespassers.
The constitution
That’s standard practice in Great Britain. Police can show up and inspect your safe at anytime for any reason and you must let them.
Only if it's accessible by the public, as in not fenced or the gates are not locked. If anyone can walk into your yard unimpeded then so can the police.
That’s why we broke free from Britain @@OperatorPuski
Thank you for this. As a former Public Servant , I am glad to hear this being shared. Also; When it comes to getting out of the vehicle: make sure your windows are up, lock it as you step out and put the keys in your pocket.
Better to throw your keys under the seat before getting out and locking the door and shutting it. Then after cops leave, retrieve your hidden key from under your car
@@markmayes41 i think your trying to get to cute with loopholes. That would be furtive movements or why arent you driving away to justify a search. Either by breaking the window or from using a lock pick.
Yeah right. A cop can say that is a "furtive movement" and get away with it until court.
@@robertsteinbach7325 not really no. but you seen it in a movie, so it might be true, right paranoid man?
Have you noticed how many cops are being criminally convicted for their frivolous usurpation of The People Rights recently? The numbers are steadily compounding. A decent lawyer is more than competent to beat them on this in court. Of course anyone who wants to ignore the bit of info I offered based on my experience as a LEO, (Public Servant) is certainly within their right! @@robertsteinbach7325
I had a co-worker that had a dog that would let you in the house, but wouldn't let you leave. That is what a cop would experience at my home except there would be no dog.
This is fantastic. I encourage everyone to take classes in legal terms like these. God bless this lawyer .
I'm so glad, once again, to be a country boy, who lives in a lowly populated, rural area. Most of us never purchase our guns through this background system. We've all been very suspicious of these background checks, and putting our names into any systems that we can avoid from the start. Most of our firearms, on average, are a decade old, or older. Everyone I know has baught theirs second hand, and many of them have been sold and traded second hand over and over again. I wish them luck trying to track everyone's guns out here in country places like Kentucky where I live, or West Virginia, Ohio, Tennessee, North and South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oaklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska and several others. Not one single firearm ever manufactured can be tracked to my name, and I plan on keeping it that way to. Also, Im sure law enforcement works completely different in big cities, and large metropolitan areas, but here in the country, these feds are going to find it hard to find any police, city or county, who are going to just willy nilly infringe on their citizens rights. I know for a fact, the Sheriff in my County, here in Kentucky, has said publicly he will not do anything that isn't supported under the constitution , regardless of who shows up and trying to order him, or pressure him. This Sheriff is a good, Godly man, who cares about freedom, country, constitution and would rather be fired then do anything he feels is wrong, or un American.
The continued proliferation of 3D printed guns and CNC machines, and other home manufacture techniques is the biggest boon for public safety and individual liberty in history.
Sounds like you have a good sheriff. Thank your lucky stars.
I was born, raised, and still live in one of the states on your list, by the grace of God. What concerns me is that, with all of these liberal fools coming in droves from New York, Illinois, California, Oregon, and Washington and invading conservative states, we are one election away from a bad sheriff, congressman, and governor. They’ve wasted no time gaining city and county council seats and working their agendas into local matters, and I see gangs of them on social media attacking our state congressmen and governors trying to influence future elections. Liberals are a plague, just like the pandemic they created to take President Trump out in 2020.
Sounds like Kentucky is the place to be!! Kudos to your county sheriff!
May our Holy Almighty Creator/Messiah bless your Sheriff for abiding by his oath of office to protect his citizens ❣
Now if only all USA county Sheriff's would abide by their oaths & not take bribes or orders from wicked elites, the US would be a safe and wonderful place to live without being crushed under tyrannical govts that rule over us today with impunity !!
You have provided **vital** information to us, and I thank you for it. People who watch too much Law & Order are probably very familiar with the idea -- I personally hear this in Detective Briscoe's voice -- that "when the police ask to see your registered firearm, you don't get to say 'No'." Well, now we know we **do** "get to say 'No'."
I am always prepared to say, "I decline to answer questions. Let's focus on the task at hand, please."
Television police procedurals are the absolute ENEMY of liberty....I despise them.
The fact that we have to educate ourselves about interacting with the people, we are supposedly paying to protect us, says everything.
If the ATF comes to your door CALL THE SHERIFF!!! The sheriff is the top law enforcement officer of the county. Number one you have another person's testimony, and of the sheriff doesn't tell the ATF to get out of his county or they'll be in his jail, elected a different sheriff.
Cute theory you got there ...
@@byrondickens If you think that's cute, you should find the video of the ATF agent that gets the cops called on him. High level entertainment.
That's exactly what they're for in fact several here have said publicly to do just that and not engage with these fools
@@byrondickens Your county Sheriff holds a Constitutionally established position as well as being an elected official. Feds dont. Thats where his authority comes from. Go look it up.
@@byrondickens Not a theory. Verifiable fact. The feds cannot override the Sheriff, and the Sheriff can, in fact, tell them to get the fuck out of his county.
Excellent information! Eternal vigilance is always necessary because of the actions of domestic enemies of the Constitution.
Can you say "Democrats."
@@billcallahan9303 Can You Say Red Flag Laws? Jeepers Who Said "Take The Guns First" ? Because As Far As I'm Concerned, I've Seen Many Things That Are Anti-Constitutional From Both Sides, I'm Not Blinded By Party Ideology.
Can you say “ January 6th rioters”
They create useless gun control laws while at the same time defund the police and don't want to legalize tear gas and high voltage stun guns so how can gun control work? @@billcallahan9303
@@StarfireReborn It's more aggressively unconstitutional on the left, but you're right, that Republican leaders are pushing 2A infringement, too.
Something that has worked for me in the past is answering questions with questions. For example Oficer says do you mind if I search your car for drugs or weapons. My response, do I have to let you. They have to answer no and then you know you don't have to consent or if they say I can't answer that you know he is trying to set you up to fall in their traps.
No, it prolongs the stop and anyway, they’ll likely lie and say you must or otherwise manipulate you into complying. What you don’t say can’t be used against you!
5000% tell them you refuse to speak to them without your lawyer present. ACAB = All Cops Are Bootlickers. In my experience, they are used as the right arm puppet of rich people to beat more money out of poor and working people. If more people knew this, we would have already had an American [French] Revolution. Do poor and working people need to starve for everyone to realize where the real problems are coming from? Unfortunately, I think so...
Cops can lie without breaking any laws
@@brianfrolo245 If you follow that and what he said later then they'll search your car without your consent, because apparently NOT saying anything gives them "implied consent". This guy said 'not saying something can't hurt you' AND 'not saying something CAN hurt you'.
Not many people know the meaning of "do you mind," or "not mind".
The Most Impactful Situations In Law Enforcements That Most Citizens Doesn't Understand The Laws Completely , And May Be Uneducated To Certain Situations .
Officers are trained to get around our rights or to violate our rights, yet they consistently appear not to have enough training on how to uphold our rights. Backwards!
I've actually been to a police academy and the endless follow-up courses. I never had a course on "getting around" someone's rights.
Nazis in blue
Everyone cries about their rights being violated but nobody of those people wants to be a cop.
@@majorlagg9321 It’s taught by higher ranking offices once they get “in the field”.
@@Garoslol Because of their corruption and volatile work environment. It changes individuals who may have entered the “profession” because they wanted to help society, but ultimately, it changes many of them for the worse. This is what we see in all too many videos. I still believe most cops are good, but far too many are not!
I was out fishing one day and pulling my kayak out of the water. I had my Glock on me and the officer clearly saw it. He pulled up asked me how the fishing, not so good I said. Packing up and heading some place else. Never once asked me about my gun. Very professional
Wow.
Fkn way RARE
BLOWN AWAY with one who knows that cops are not OUR PROTECTOR.
WE ARE OUR OWN PROTECTION
Wow. I didn't think we had a good cop in america
I live Idaho and anyone in the woods or even in the city has a gun on them… it’s pretty normal here. I’m VERY glad I chose this state.
@@RM-lk1so poor choice of words "blown away" 😂😅 LOL
@@RM-lk1soindeed. they are there to protect assets of the state. not you. theyre trained to treat you as a threat. be polite. do not talk. remain silent.
I love that you cover topics that other attorneys rarely cover... Rarely hear about invoking your 6th amendment rights as important as they are. By refusing to answer questions and asking for an atty, it puts you at a great advantage (as long as you remain quiet after.) It's Very important that you remain quiet, bc once you start talking again, they can ask questions which if answered, most likely will be admissible in court. I've even seen cops talk "amongst each other" close enough to the suspect for him to overhear (on purpose of course) in order to invoke a response so that the suspect starts talking again. They normally say something along the lines of hey, this is the same guy that did XYZ on abc st last week, or that's a lot of dope in the trunk, etc... since they're just talking amongst each other, when the suspect interrupts and says "no I wasn't", or "there's no drugs in the car", they can ask questions again, so stay quiet, as hard as it can be...
I was pulled over several yrs ago en route to purchase baby formula. I realized rather quickly the direction the stop was going in (asking if anything illegal was in the car, etc), I invoked both my 5th and 6th, which REALLY pissed them off. I was illegally detained/searched and ultimately arrested after 3 officers falsified evidence. I didn't beat the ride, but I did in fact beat the case and now I'm suing the department with help from one of the best civil rights attnys in the country! (just turned down a 40k settlement offer last week) REMEMBER... YOU CANT BEAT THE RIDE, BUT YOU CAN BEAT THE CASE! And a bonus is getting to see them play defense while your attorney deposes them... Funny how much they squirm/throw each other under the bus while being questioned under oath.
What was the process like when you were looking for an attorney to take your case?
Can you be arrested for selling a weapon privately?
You can in Commierado (Colorado) because you are now required to run a background check on any potential buyer and of course you have to involve the police to get that done! However, if I sell a gun when I'm out-of-state there's nothing they can legally do except harass you!@@gerihemby1451
You can invoke your right to not speak and have an attorney even after you start talking. Yes, of course cops use trick and maneuvers to get you to talk! It has been held constitutional to flat out lie to you. Hence, most suggest that you zippit and contact a good lawyer.
yeah lot's of people know they have the right to remain silent they just don't have the ability, it's like their brain won't stop their mouth.
"Get the F off my property or you'll find out how many firearms I actually have" - what you should be able to say and follow through on
I’m lucky to have retired in Polk County Florida. Where our Sheriff Grady Judd, is a staunch 2nd Amendment supporter, who has told me personally in conversations, that if any federal officers who inform his agency they intend to come in and investigate any law abiding citizen, they will actually be told to LEAVE NOW! Unless they have something in writing on a Federal form or Search Warrant! That even if they do they will be required to be escorted by a Deputy. If I should encounter one at my door and he/she has no warrant, first thing to do is dial 911, informing them what’s going on, then call Sheriff Judd on his cell phone!
you know that Polk county sheriff's has the highest red flag seizures/removals so I wouldn't really call him a true 2md amendment advocate
@@JJHoover70 yea but that was actually in reaction with the terrible sooting at the Marjory Stoneham Douglas HS, that left 17 dead. Back in 2018, when legislators in all their wisdom had never had a law on the books to prevent that awful crime. So like they alway are prone to do, they went TOO FAR! With a Sheriff showing them how far they went. That has since corrected the situation. But there are folks out there that need to be protected from themselves, for our sake. That’s still better than any blue state refusing your Second Amendment entirely.
I know of him and love his attitude towards enforcing laws in USA.
You completely exposed this post as false propaganda. Impressive
I live in Florida too but different county but think Grady judd is good sheriff and great sense humor also
I'm always astounded that despite having the right to keep and bear arms any police officer can at any time deprive you of that right for officer safety. What about citizens safety (which I might add is the entire purpose of the 2A, to protect citizens from govt tyranny).
There is no such law as officer safety, anywhere, ever.
Do not be a slave sheeple, refuse unlawful commands.
You know where there's PLENTY of officer safety?
Over there, far away!
It'll be sorted out in court, the highest court of before the One with whom we have to do, no device of man can overcome, and no murderer will inherit eternal life in His paradise when he makes all things new.
What are you talking about you american have lost the plot I'm obviously not american but atleast I can understand you've been dupped by the NRA (which is not a Citizen Militia but a campaigning body for giant gun company's) your second amendment is "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."
What Militia are you apart of
How would you protect yourself against the gov in such a case I think you'd be done for sure, they got drones and shit you'd be funked
take a look at Switzerland maybe your learn something
@@JP-uk9ucfairy tales written to ensure compliance by the corrupt
Good stuff! We had a local sheriff's deputy here that was doing consensual searches in traffic stops and he was planting drugs in the vehicles of the folks he stopped. He was ultimately discovered by a sharp-eyed Assistant State Attorney that took the time to carefully review his body cam videos. The case is State of Florida v. Zachary Wester. #Subscribed
Happened to me thirty years ago in Ohio
Thanks, I looked it up. What a creep.
He ruined many lives and well over 100 cases he was involved in were thrown out. He was doing this for 3 years before finally getting caught.
Wow! That is freaking evil 😡
@gibsonLeather - I haven’t looked it up but I wonder if the sheriff was in on it? … that many similar drug arrests in 3 years should have raised a LOT of eyebrows!
Hey, I just want to thank you real quick for doing this. For offering this information in the manner you do. It really is a chance to change someone's life completely in an effort on your part, and this is absolutely clear based on the information you provide preemptive, and in everyone's best interest. This is a very classy move as a defense attorney, but even more, as a human to human understanding of right and wrong. I will do my best for my family and for my children specifically, and try to help my children to understand thier rights, very much because, you made this series of videos. Truly, thank you.
Offer: “we wanna see your guns”…counter offer: “Please provide the authority and jurisdiction you have over me that would require me to comply”
"Any firearms in the vehicle"? Translation: can I do whatever I want to you without getting shot?
Unnecessarily complicated. Just say, "no. exit my property now." Or just don't answer the door.
I counter your counter offer with absolute silence. I see them through my peephole, try not to chuckle, and simply ignore. I plead the 5th, without talking.
@@bl8388
This is what I do as well.
If I did not invite you I don't welcome you or even answer the door .
This goes for Cops , Salespeople , neighbors , Jehovah's Witnesses , Politicial workers , fundraisers .
No one.
Leave me alone.
I got pulled over in 2000 driving across the U.S. (Vermont to Nevada) on my own. It was either Arkansas or Tennessee. My vehicle was plated in Quebec. I wasn’t speeding. The reason given was that I didn’t have a front license plate, which felt off to me as I had never had that issue before. The officer then moved to the passenger side window. Elbows on the window sill, arms dangling inside my car. I remained polite, never got out of my car, gave the officer my driver’s license, insurance, registration. He handed them back. He asked where I was going on my own, was I going to visit anyone, had I gone there before. He kept looking to the back seat, where there was nothing. At that point, he was creeping me out fully because I could tell he was just looking for a reason to either fine or arrest me. Funny enough, he never asked to look inside my trunk. Finally he let me go and wished me a good trip, to which I just said thank you and drove the feck off. Thanks for this info.
Fishing, by cops to get a collar is the oldest trick in the world! They wanna be buddy buddy, but its a trap to get you to talk so you reveal things that will escalate the situation!
Arkansas doesn't issue front license plates.
@@reginaweiner3817 Back then I didn’t know that some States ( like some Canadian provinces ) also had only one plate and I think it was my “foreign” plate that maybe irritated him ? Of course, I’ll never know why he stopped me but it gave me a valuable life lesson 😬
@@samlucchese8928 Yeah, that was the feeling I got.
@@Booboonancy I moved here (AR) 50 years ago. I'm still a "newcomer" here.😏
I got in serious trouble in my younger days. Since then I drive the speed limit, wear my seatbelt, don't drink unless at home. Been pulled over a few times. License, registration and proof of insurance are together in a little folder. No furtive movement, no small talk nor answer questions regarding their reason for the stop. Never give them any reason to escalate. Remember that bearing arms is not limited to firearms.
Good Job Comrade
Best advice I’ve heard.
Officers are no longer allowed to ask you if you know why they pulled you over. They will now be required to tell the driver the reason for the stop rather than asking questions designed to get information, at least in CA. Thanks to Assembly Bill 2773 effective January 1, 2024.
@@standupnow-bo3lr Do you think more cops will solve California's problems?
@@standupnow-bo3lr The out of control crime is a result of policy from above, the cops aren't doing anything about it for reasons. The point is that more cops in a corrupted banana republic state like California will only be used by politicians/community leech-types to abuse an increasingly dis-armed citizenry.
Being polite is very important!! You can absolutely refuse to answer questions and refuse searches while also being polite. A good officer (most of the cops out there) will respond positively to politeness. "Officer, I appreciate the tough job you have, but I do not consent to you searching my car." "Officer, it has been several minutes, I was wondering if I am free to go or if I am being detained?" "Thank you, I appreciate your work in keeping the city safe, have a good day." Even if the cop wasn't the nicest cop, you might also be helping the next person he encounters have a better interaction.
The remain silent part is what gets people in trouble as some people just can't seem to do it
That’s right, anything you say “will be” used AGAINST you.
That doesn’t work to well when your in fear for your life and you have an out of control tyrant screaming in your face and demanding explanations after you’ve already repeated you plead the fifth.
I thought it was illegal to continuing any sort of questioning without a lawyer but apparently not.
We need laws protecting citizens safety. Enough of this one sided bs. If your taken to court and your found innocent than the tyrant should be brought up on charges during that trial. There needs to be accountability for wrongdoing on their behalf and it needs settled then and there.
Many have the right to remain silent but lack the ability
My experience as the quiet kid in school actually has a practical use?? Siiiiiiick bro!!
They are compelled to talk themselves into trouble. Lol.
ATF can show up at your door & ask. That’s it. They can ask. Don’t talk to them. Don’t open door. If open close it.
We need more content like this. To many people do not know our rights and so law enforcement contnues to abuse their power.
and the worst part is, for those who are educated, the drones who think you are in the wrong for not just " doing as you're told" when you do get violated. Its scary how quickly people have become sheeple.
Way too many!
Most do not know their rights, rather just enough to know that they need to consult someone that they does. So, invoking your right to remain silent and then speaking to your lawyer is generally wise!!!
I was pulled over in a company vehicle 2 times in one night for a headlight being out. 1st was local police and the 2nd time was by a sheriff. Police officer gave me a verbal warning and told me to get it fixed.
The sheriff's deputy was great. She knew the officer who pulled me over after I told her. She then said Chevy is known for bad headlight cabling, walks to the front of the van, and slaps the hood just over the headlight one time. The headlight turned back on. We both laughed. She said "Well looks like your headlight is working, have a good night sir."
It's actually good to hear someone talk with a true insight into a problem when it comes to your actual rights. Thank you sir.
"What you DON'T say cannot hurt you"......AAAAAAAAANNND there's the sub. Thank you, sir. I love a good defense lawyer!
Up until you clearly invoke your right to remain silent as your reason for being silent your silence actually CAN be used against you.
@@Lockke_ Your silence cannot be used against you. Also how is your reply older than the original comment
@@bbrainstormer2036 No idea how its older but Im fairly sure my statement was accurate. I'll look in to it more. I know Steve Lehto of the Lehto's Law TH-cam channel has talked about this topic but I know too TH-cam isnt the best of sources.
@@bbrainstormer2036 A very quick Google brings up case precedent:
"In 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court concluded that a witness's silence to a question can be used against them in a criminal case (Salinas v. Texas). There, the suspect voluntarily answered some of law enforcement's questions. The suspect had not unequivocally invoked his right to remain silent"
They answered some questions and then later decided to go silent without invoking their 5th amendment rights and their silence was used against them. Given this precedent was set a decade ago there are likely many examples of this happening now.
To me... as Polish citizen who never been to US... the relationship between police and citizens in United States seems to be fundamentally broken.
I never saw Police as this oppressive force. I had a ticket written once in my life. As pedestrian for jaywalking - I happened to jaywalk on red light for pedestrians right in front of traffic police car with some friends. Police stopped at sidewalk with their car, never left their car, we stood in line to police car's windows on both sides while they wrote each of us tickets - they were apologizing to us while writing tickets, citing if they let us go without doing anything they could get in trouble as multiple other drivers saw us. The amount was insubstantial - equivalent of 10 USD. When I was young Police gave us a ride home when some assholes stole wheels from my parent's car.
I was routinely stopped twice as pedestrian and couple times as driver, each time interaction was polite and neither me or police officer created any artificial problems.
It used to goid relations up until Bill Clintons era in our part if the state I live in. My son got a ride by the sherrif a couple times from school when I was detained in traffic and got latw, we had no cell phones in those days. Now some of the sherrifs are worst culprits. This country is gone commie.
It is TOTALLY broken! The police are no longer intended to "protect and serve" they are tax collectors and bullies in many cases. It is sad to see what they have been transformed into! In Europe Police cars are very visible because they want people to know they are there to help our police cars are most often not plain and they try to hide cause it isn't in their best interest if you see them early.
Your experience is pretty much how it used to be in the USA as well. There became a shift for a few reasons over the last 100 years. Turning police into "Tax Collectors" in the 20s with what we call "Prohibition" and the Volstead Act. This made alcohol illegal. This put people who wanted to drink at odds with law enforcement who had to stop them. That law was overturned, but the damage was done. Step by step we saw cops put in a situation to not "keep the peace" with measur d application of justice but as Law ENFORCEMENT Agents. Many times that meant no justice, just compliance. An example is a woman assaulting her husband, calling the cops saying he assaulted her. The cops show up and see all his things broken, his clothes on the front lawn and scratches and bruises on his face and neck but no injuries on her - and either arrest the man or tell him to just take his things and go somewhere else for a few days. Why? Because one time a woman sued the police department and won.
Now with the culture of hate thrown at police, it disincentivizes good people from becoming cops. Often you get people with an authoritarian streak, bullies and such who don't care how they are treated. They like the power of the badge and gun.
I know too many good people who have quit the profession and too many bad cops getting promoted. It's sad.
We have basically turned into a police state here. I'm not sure what's behind it all, but something is.
Keep in mind that videos like this present the absolute worst case scenario when in reality, the overwhelming majority of US citizens go their whole life without ever having a negative encounter with the police.
Also, this guy is a lawyer, and lawyers love to give people the impression that the police are always out to get them because it's good for business.
I can see an officer saying, “I thought I heard a cry for help!” …as a reason for them to force entry into the home.
Regarding traffic stops I like that you encourage people to be calm and polite and to verbalize their intentions so as not to acquiesce or provoke by being silent such as “I do not consent to…..” and “I exercise my right to remain silent” and “I am not resisting” and “am I free to go?” and “am I being detained?”
Settling matters in court however is a problem since the courts barely have a clue about our Rights, where they come from, and many public servants are compromised.
Those traffic courts are administrative courts, non-judicial, and have limited jurisdiction. They follow rules, procedures, and statutes. You are not going to be allowed to bring up the Constitution, Federal or State.
What’s going to happen will happen and you will have to take your suit to another venue.
Regarding traffic violations and remaining silent. If you are in an accident with another party remaining silent will cost you if you are the one receiving the ticket when the other party was at fault.
I had that happen to me because I thought my argument would be made in court where I was to present my evidence. Nope. The other guy got off and I paid the consequences through a fine, points on license, and increased insurance premiums because I was a greater liability.
I was told by the court I was to have settled the matter there with the officer who was at fault. After learning so much more about the legal system I am not so sure the court officer was correct.
May 1788 in Federalist No. 78 Alexander Hamilton wrote :
“A Constitution, is, in fact, and must be regarded by the judges, as a fundamental law.” ”The constitution ought to be preferred to the statute, the intention of the people to the intention of their agents.”
”Nor does this conclusion by any means suppose a superiority of the judicial to the legislative power. It only supposes that the power of the people is superior to both; and that where the will of the legislature, declared in its statutes, stands in opposition to that of the people, declared in the Constitution, the judges ought to be governed by the latter rather than the former. They ought to regulate their decisions by the fundamental laws, rather than by those, which are not fundamental.“
I would love feedback on this.
Consider how you define traffic violations. You can have sudden acceleration or reckless driving for example. One is a civil infraction and one is a criminal charge. There is very little black and white in the legal systems. Most scenarios are very case specific.
The reason constitutional arguments get shut down in traffic court is that people who make them usually have no idea what they’re talking about and the judge is not going to let them waste everyone’s time. If you’re willing to go to a law library (provided free in many jurisdictions) and can find a precedent to support an argument a judge WILL hear it, though they may or may not agree with it. Your vehicle crash example wasn’t specific enough to be sure, but it sounds like you expected the judge to determine fault in the crash, which is not something they do. You were cited, they decide whether you were guilty or innocent of that charge. That’s it.
@@coryhoggatt7691 Agree to the extent that, as in most situations, it is how something is presented. "Traffic court" is not administrative, it is judicial, but you may appear before a magistrate or other part-time judicial officer that may know the law and care. More likely, you will be part of a massive docket and your case just pushed through. The opportunity to make oral constitutional arguments is virtually zero. Does anyone out there know of or ever filed a pleading? That is extremely rare and if a so-called low end traffic matter, you will likely get laughed at. As suggested, there are so many missing details that it is difficult, if not impossible, to provide even fundamental commentary.
U a police officer?
Here’s your feedback:
Stop spreading your cheeks for the state
On a reasonable amount of time for a traffic stop. I was stopped once, and the officer didn't exit his car for 22 minutes. I sat calmly without moving. He then came up and asked for all the usual documentation. I had my registration and wallet in the glove box along with a legal pistol. I informed him of this fact asking how I should proceed. He said let him open the glove box. I said I was consenting to no search of any kind. Asked if he couldn't check that everything was up to date on his computer from my license plate after verbally ID'ing myself and giving my driver's license number. He agreed to that. Let me go in the end, but the total stop was over 45 minutes. Since then I make sure there are no firearms in the same place as such documents. He never told me why I was stopped.
Do you have an advice on how best to handle such a situation?
Excellent clear video btw, thanks.
Why not sue them under rodriguez Supreme Court case. The rodriguez instance lasted 29 minutes in the stop.
I’m not gonna lie bro, this interaction just seems plain ass odd as hell…. If you aren’t the type to sue or what not then you don’t really have any recourse but the stop shouldn’t have taken that long and on top of that he never told you why you were stopped. Something stinks bad with that shit
SCOTUS has ruled that around 10 minutes 15 minutes at the most is enough time to detain for a traffic stop. Always keep track of the time when the cherries and berries come on to the time you are free to leave.
@@MattEwers-j7m rodriguez case was 29 minutes ... or 7 minutes after the ticket is issued. They did not specify any time
I head off some of the potential drama by having my license, registration, and insurance card in hand at the window by the time the officer approaches, then I make eye contact with a smile and before the officer can utter a word, I ask "Why did you stop me? " All together, it seems to catch them off guard and they just want to be rid of me.
This is one of the clearest, most concise legal advice videos I've ever seen. Thank you.
I know in Mississippi if you have a firearm in your vehicle you have no duty to inform the officer during a traffic stop. However, I think if you're carrying or have one that will be visible if a door is opened and you've been asked to step out that you should definitely very politely inform the officer before he has a chance to see it and go into a cop panic. It has been a long time but I have gone through driver's license check points and had my pistol in my holster in my right hip. Even though I had no obligation to do so, I told them that I had a holstered weapon that I had to reach past to get my wallet. The response was a thank you for telling them. One said as long it remains we definitely have no problem. At such a checkpoint an officer in front of the vehicle of on the side could easily get a glimpse of a holstered firearm in such a situation so I feel like it's best to head it off. I assume, though, in other cases if my license plate has already been run that the officer has been informed that I hold an Enhanced Carry permit so the assumption would be that I'm armed.
Perhaps, if you haven't already, you could do a video explaining such situations and how the laws can be very different between states.
I'm now subscribed and clicked the bell!
I live in Mississippi and I have a ENHANCED CCW PERMIT AND I AM REQUIRED TO TELL ANY OFFICER A A TRAFFIC STOP THAT I HAVE A CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT AND I HAVE TO SHOW THEM THAT PERMIT AND MY DRIVER'S LICENSE, WHICH BOTH HAVE THE SAME NUMBERS ON THEM.
MY TAG NUMBER IF RUN THROUGH LAW ENFORCEMENT WILL ALSO SHOW THAT I HAVE A CCW PERMIT.
I WISH I HAD JUST LET IT EXPIRE EXCEPT I DO TRAVEL TO OTHER STATES AND NEED THE PERMISSION SLIP FROM MY GOVERNMENT.
No, Mississippi is not a "duty to inform" state. I have had a permit (even though permits are no longer required for either open or concealed carry in Mississippi) since MS began issuing them and I have had an Enhanced Carry since MS started that. I have studied the law on this extensively. It might occasionally be a good idea to tell them but it is simply NOT a requirement.
You said you wish you had let it expire... there are quite a few places you can legally carry with the IC -- Instructor Certification/Enhanced Carry -- than you can without it. And, of course, the reciprocity with other states is a definite advantage. I go to South Carolina occasionally and they only recognize MS's permits if the permit holder has the Enhanced Carry.
@@ronnydowdy7432, you can verify what I've said by running up the MHP office in New Albany (or any other) or by downloading and reading the MS Gun Laws.
Don't ask how I know New Albany is your nearest MPH office. LOL
@@watchdogu.s.a.8973
Thank you for the information but I read the papers when I first got my permit and in it reads I have to let the MHP know that I am carrying a gun.
If ask for my driver's license I also have to give them my CCW PERMIT.
I HAVE BEEN STOPPED ONLY ONE TIME AND THE MHP said don't touch yours and I won't touch mine.
He also told me he already knew that I had a CCW PERMIT BECAUSE HE HAD ALREADY RUN MY TAG #.
THIS WAS YEARS AGO.
Great advice this has got me out of many situations always be polite and calm never talk to them always compile
"shall not be infringed".
Period.
If the police want to infringe they're going infringe all these lunatics with "how they won't do what the police tell them" stories are just hilarious
In 55 years of owning guns of every description including NFA, I have never had a negative interaction with either ATF or Local LE. However, I do agree with every bit of advise you gave. I see nothing wrong or sketchy with the things you say. I have heard stories from others that were more difficult to handle. Of course, living in the pro gun and pro carry state of Florida has been most helpful. I could never imagine living in an anti gun state.
I can help you with that. Just think of not having one. That’s what it’s like. At the mercy a perpetrator ready to harm you or others and nothing anyone can do to prevent their intended actions. God help us all.
Things get different as you head north on I-95.
@@EddieCoyle Sadly I agree with you 100%. Particularly around Virginia and north.
@@lukecat3825 I'm an 07FFL/SOT in MA. You wouldn't believe what it's like up here. The ATF and local police have been nothing but professional and courteous, but the local press and politicians are brutal and profoundly under-informed.
@@EddieCoyle I understand some. I’ve been an SOT for 52 years. Had many dealings with good people in Mass. They constantly kept me up to date on so many BS things. Of course I encouraged them to get out and move to somewhere in the US but it’s easier said than done. A few suffered severely at the hands of LE over what would have been minor things elsewhere. Best of luck to you in the future.
"We won't ask you again".
Okay. Perfect.
*closes door.
Actually, never open your door or roll down windows
“Thank god, your wife’s in my bed and I’m sure she’s wondering what’s taking so long!”
Yep, glad that's over lol
"Good Have nice day."
Constitution doesn't say that those in a ""protected class" do not have the right to "bear arms".
Ok, but he said “prohibited class.”
@cranstonsnord-mw3kv He coulda said "special class" and it would still be inaccurate.
@@Zizzyyzz he coulda said a lot of things, but he actually said “prohibited class.”
@@cranstonsnord-mw3kv The point is, he coulda said *ANY* kinda class, and it would still be inaccurate.
Don't answer the door. Don't answer questions.
Just don't.
Mr. Inbetween TV character..."I don't answer questions".
Don't ever let them see your dog.
Ring doorbell??
Yep, as a guy who doesn't generally want to cause issues and wanting to help, I was willing to talk to the police. I won't do so again. I had police knocking on my door, so I go and tell them what I was doing throughout the day as they accuse me of something. I tell my story once again, and they insist that my truck was tagged as being involved. They say "this place has a camera, will it confirm that you were the only one in the vehicle . . ." blah, blah, blah.
I assumed it was an elicitation exercise or something. But nonetheless, I was getting mad. Like really, can I actually go down for some shit? And then they do this nefarious shit where they use my story when question my brother (who wasnt present during my questioning) asking if I did what they alleged or was it possible I did while engaged in what I actually did. They essentially tried to merge their story with my facts.
I've been pulled over 4 times since January of 2020. Every single time, I've notified the officer/deputy/trooper (yes, all three have pulled me over) that I am a CCP holder, and I am carrying. I was told that this will always put the LEO on edge and make them suspicious of you.
That has never happened. The trooper asked if he could disarm me, and I agreed. The other three times, the LEOs said, "Don't show me yours, and I won't show you mine."
I am always polite and treat them with respect.
And I haven't been ticketed at all.
Conceal carry holders statistically commit less crimes than law enforcement.
Attitude goes a longgggggg ways in life especially with LEO's.
20 minutes of this video could save you 20 years in prison.
Prison is fictional. Do you think you/others pay for prisons outside of fiction?
Why are you committing felonies in this scenario?
@@bunk95 as a convicted felon. I can assure you prison is not fictional. Been there done that, next topic.
What you sniffing dude?
Well not all cops are bad. I been pulled over a few times and it was a breeze with no ticket. First I turn off the vehicle, open every window, turn on ALL inside lights (if it’s night out) and place my two hands on the steering wheel and engage with a simple “Hello officer how are you?”
Another time i let my 15 year old son drive in the back streets to start teaching him how to drive. He got pulled over and was nervous, I said “Son calm down and do what I say” he did what I said I do above, the officer approached the vehicle asked for his DL, I spoke and said “Officer I apologize but he has no DL and I’m teaching him just in the backstreets how to drive like my dad did for me when I was his age, I’m so sorry and how do we move forward” he looked at me and my son, smiled and said switch seats and go home. I’m sure there are bad cops, but being nice goes along way! Stay safe Yallz!
It may have been important to note that many states require you to notify an officer during any encounter that you are carrying a firearm. That varies from state to state, so it’s important that you know the laws in the state you are in.
That true if you are carrying a firearm on your person. If are not carrying a firearm but have a firearm not in reach (some states consider that a firearm in reach is "carrying") and you are legally allowed to have that firearm and legally stored, most states consider that situation to be different and is better legally protected from arbitrary search and seizure. Unfortunately there are some police officers that don't want to do 100% legal searches and will do "hit and runs", by claiming a false infraction and then see what you consent to.
This is not true. The officer already knows if you have a CCW.
@@MattEwers-j7m gentlemen, I hate to hurt your feelings, but you are categorically wrong, and here are the statutes to prove it:
“Duty To Inform States:
In these states you are required by law to immediately, and affirmatively, tell a police officer if you have a firearm in your possession. Duty to inform states are as follows:
Alaska (Alaska Stat. Ann. §11.61.220)
Arkansas (Ark Admin. Code 130.00.8-3-2(b))
Louisiana (La. Stat. Ann. § 40:1379.3(I)(2))
Maine: (Permit holders have a quasi duty, non permit holders have full duty to inform).
Michigan (MCL 28.425f(3))
Nebraska (Neb. Rev. Stat. §69-2440)
North Carolina (N.C. Gen. Stat. Ann. §14-415.11)
South Carolina (§23-31-215)
Texas (must provide permit when asked for ID, §411.205)
Washington D.C. (Title 7 Subtitle J Chpt. 25 § 7-2509.04)”
@@MattEwers-j7m That is not necessarily true. That, too, varies by state. Here in WA, I have been told both ways. The last time I was pulled over (it's been a while) I had my CPL, and the officer only mentioned it after he saw the physical card behind my DL.
@@MattEwers-j7m Not true in Ohio where we no longer need to have a CCL AND they are not allowed to ask if we are ar4med for a simple traffic stop and we legally have no need to tell them we are armed.
I have lived in several states and every one has different laws.