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Originally Posted by marksport
When I've been pulled over by a cop, I usually roll the widows down, shut off the engine and stereo and put my hands on the steering wheel. When they ask for license and registration, I tell them I'm going to reach for the glove box and take it out. There have been a number of incidents of motorists nearly getting shot for going for the glove box before the officer is at your window. They don't know if you are getting out your papers or a weapon.
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To add to that, I actually only leave the windows rolled down about half way.
Not sure if it makes a difference to keep that window barrier, but maybe the cop would feel more at ease knowing I can't easily make sudden physical contact.
If I have enough time, which I usually do, I get out my insurance papers ahead of time and leave them on the passenger seat while the cop is still in his vehicle looking up my information.
But yes, 2 things that are very important is to put both hands on the steering wheel (so the cop can see your hands), and shut off the engine, so the cop knows you're not going to suddenly dash off.
Never had to deal with an officer having a bad attitude, and also received some warnings instead of tickets.