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Cops these days tend to be bit high strung. Even though a few drive some pretty amazing cars, officers are underpaid, understaffed and overworked. Consequently, traffic stops have become frequent venues for dramatic tazings and billy club beat downs. In the name of keeping you out of the slammer, we offer 10 Things NOT To Do if You Get Pulled Over. Remember to keep it short, don't say too much, and try to avoid dancing drunk and naked.
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10. Do A Drunk Dance
Complex Says: Sobriety tests are pretty bogus. Who can really recite the alphabet backwards? Moreover, wobbling toe to toe is tough to do sober. But, if you do find yourself walking the line, don't dance for the cop. They usually don't take kindly to you gettin' jiggy wit it.
9. Admit That You Are Batman
Complex Says: This was all over the news recently. A dude dressed in an extremely convincing Batman costume was pulled over in his $180,000 Lamborghini Gallardo. He does exist!
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8. Underestimate A Female Cop
Complex Says: Don't mess with female cops. Some of them might seem harmless (and even slightly attractive), but they are trained to beat the shit out of you.
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7. Run Away
Complex Says: Keep in mind: Police have big, vicious dogs that are trained to rip your limbs off. Don't be the idiot that takes off running. You won't like the end result.
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6. Be Naked
Complex Says: Nude driving (unless you are a really hot babe) is just bad form. Put some clothes on before you get behind the wheel!
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5. Fight The Cop
Complex Says: Fighting a cop is the the best way to get yourself shot. Remember, even a few days in the slammer is better than getting popped.
4. Become A Nervous Nelly
Complex Says: If you have something to hide, just keep your answers concise and to the point. A "yes" or "no" will usually do. The minute you start to hesitate they will drag your ass out of the car for a full search.
3. Get Out Of The Car
Complex Says: Unless you hear the words, "PLEASE STEP OUT OF YOUR VEHICLE," do not, under any circumstances, get out of your vehicle. Cops go nuts when this happens and will often end up throwing a few thousand volts of electricity your way.
2. Rant And Rave
Complex Says: Remember, the cop isn't stopping you to hear a dissertation on your shitty life. Keep the comments short and sweet.
1. Go Apeshit
Complex Says: It's never good to let the officer know that you are on the verge of a total psychological meltdown. In fact, it's a nice way to get yourself thrown in jail for the night. So, stay calm and collected and you will soon be on your merry way.
