traffic stop and terms

- is a mobile machine that is designed or used to transport people or cargo.

- An occupant who is in actual physical control of a motor vehicle or, for an out-of-control motor vehicle, an occupant who was in control until control was lost

Occupant of motor vehicle other than the driver.

- A person who is not an occupant of a motor vehicle in transport. Includes a person who is adjacent to the motor vehicle regardless of their actions

the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment; freedom of judgment or choice.

is a notice issued by a law enforcement official to a motorist or other road user, accusing violation of traffic laws.

a statement to the motorist that has committed a violation, but will not be issued a actual citation. (Officer's Discretion)

an official document or certificate authorizing a person to drive a motor vehicle.

a numeric or alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies the vehicle within the issuing state database.

A unique combination of alphanumeric characters assigned to a specific motor vehicle and formulated by the manufacturer.