One of the biggest mistakes people make in traffic stops is not fully knowing their rights. You see the flashing lights in your rearview, your heart rate spikes, and you’ll do anything to make the problem just go away. However, in the heat of the moment, there are certain things that you say that can open you up to even bigger trouble. Cops often rely on you to slip up and tell them that they can “take a look” in your car. Before you know it, they are tearing through your entire car.
That simple sentence is considered voluntary consent. It overrides any constitutional protections you would normally have. That said, everyone should know what not to say when you get pulled over.
