If you are pulled over by law enforcement, you should:
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Get out of your vehicle.
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Turn off your interior light if stopped at night.
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Refuse to submit to breath or blood tests.
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Stay in the driver’s seat with both hands clearly in sight on the steering wheel.
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Explanation
When stopped by law enforcement, turn off the ignition and radio, stay in your vehicle and keep your hands on the steering wheel. Do not exit your vehicle unless asked to do so. Getting out of your vehicle could be perceived as a threat by the officer.
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