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Originally Posted by Pangolier
I don't see how that would stick in court, unless you start talking. However, I hear there are statutes for things like "loitering in a place of known nuisance", or similar laws.
If you get pulled over, the officer will likely demand your ID, which you must provide. However, if they start asking you any questions at all, simply do not say anything, just remain silent. It may seem rude, but if you have identified yourself, then you have complied. If they ask permission to search the car, say no. Remember the golden rule "Am I under arrest? Am I being detained? Am I free to go?" Say nothing else. They might try to find some traffic citation to pin on you, such as failure to signal when turning, or coming to a complete stop at a stop sign, but taking a civil fine is much better than a criminal charge.
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Great advice ! A cop once told me that the jails in America would only be half full if people could just keep their mouths shut !