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Know your rights with the police.

Learn about your rights

Understand the levels of

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Rights & Police

You have rights. So do the police. It is well settled that people have the right to move about freely

Intrusion & Consent

The first level of intrusion is a so-called request for information. If a P.O. has an objective and

Detention & Frisking

If a P.O. has reasonable suspicion that criminal activity is afoot, they may stop, detain and frisk

Know Your Rights

Stand Up for Your Rights

Learn about your rights and how to protect them

What are my rights?

You have the right to move about freely without unlawful seizures or searches of your person and/or property. However, the police may stop, detain, and/or

When can the police stop me?

The police can stop you if they have an objective and credible basis to approach you. They may ask for information such as your name, destination, or

Can the police search me without my consent?

No, the police cannot search you without your consent. Even if they have suspicion of criminal activity, they can only ask you pointed questions. You are still

What if the police have reasonable suspicion?

If the police have reasonable suspicion of criminal activity, they may stop, detain, and frisk you for officer safety.

What should I do if I’m stopped by the police?

If you’re stopped by the police, it’s best to ask the police officer if you’re free to leave. If you are free to leave, you can simply walk away without further interaction.

Can the police detain me?

The police cannot detain you without reasonable suspicion of criminal activity. If they do not have

You have

So do the police.

It is well settled that people have the right to move about freely without unlawful seizures or searches of their person and/or property. However, circumstances exist, even


You have

So do the police.

It is well settled that people have the right to move about freely without unlawful seizures or searches of their person and/or property. However, circumstances exist, even

You have rights. So do the police.

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