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Pulled Over? The Ticket to a Stress-Free Stop

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Being pulled over by the police is stressful enough, so the last thing you need is to add unnecessary anxiety. Whether you were speeding or feel you’ve done nothing illegal, use our tips to make the stop as smooth as possible for you and the officer. Signal to indicate your intention to pull over, remain seated and avoid reaching for anything until instructed, and be polite. Follow the link below for more advice, and watch our video featuring some ill-advised ways to circumvent a speeding ticket.

What to Do When You Get Pulled Over

Assistant Managing Editor-News
Matt Schmitz

Former Assistant Managing Editor-News Matt Schmitz is a veteran Chicago journalist indulging his curiosity for all things auto while helping to inform car shoppers.

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