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Re: Stalking
On Mon, 20 Mar 1995 AUDIDUDI@delphi.com wrote:
> > reminds me of a friend with a Pontiac 6000 STE with digital dash:
> > he knew he was clocked over 70 in a 35 so when he pulled over he
> > reached into the fuse box ( bottom left driver side interior) and pulled
> > the fuse to the dash - officer asked the same question and he went into
> > his surprised routine and showed him the faulty dash - officer let him off
>
> You DON'T do this out west unless you want the cop to pull his gun on you. I
> always make it a point to roll my window down and keep both hands on the
> wheel where they're clearly visible. I've been told they appreciate this
> since it means you're less likely to pull a gun and ruin their day ... as
> any "professional speeder" will tell you, the happier the cop is, the more
> likely happier you are to get a break!
Absolutely,
PS. Turning on the inside courtesy light is also a nice, and and well
appreciated touch. So long as it doesnt involve any movements that even
remotely resemble reaching for a gun. I've recieved far
less tickets and far more polite warnings since I adopted
the "keep the nice officer as relaxed and comfortable as
possible techniques". Trust me, Ive had WAY too much
experience.
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