Being stopped by the police is never a pleasant situation. Things can quickly escalate to something much more than the initial reason you were pulled over for. To prevent unnecessary drama, it is essential that you know what your rights are in these situations. For instance, did you know that you have the right not to answer certain questions addressed by the police?
Here’s are some examples:
Past arrests
If you are pulled by police and asked about any prior arrests, you have the right to not answer this question, based on the Fifth Amendment. No one can force you to talk about any of your past arrests (if any).
In case you are inquired by the police on this matter, you can simply say “I choose to remain silent,” or “I am declining to answer”.
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