Traffic Stop Quiz

What is the first thing you should do when you see emergency lights in your rearview mirror?

• Brake hard and pullover immediately to the side of the road

• Slow down, signal right, and pullover to the right-hand shoulder of the roadway.

• Stop in the middle of the road

• Speed up and drive away

 Where is the safest place to pull over during a traffic stop?

• On a bridge or overpass

• In the middle of the intersection

• In a parking lot even if it is not nearby

• On the right shoulder or a safe area away from traffic

 What should you do with your hands while waiting for the officer to approach your car?

• Wave at the officer

• Rest our hands on the dashboard

• Keep your hands in your lap

• Keep your hands on the steering wheel, visible at all times

 If you are a passenger during a traffic stop, what is the appropriate way to behave?

• Start talking to the officer to help the driver

• Stay quiet, keep your hands visible, and do not make any sudden movements

• Try to make a joke to lighten the situation

• Exit the vehicle and speak to the officer

When the officer asks for your license and proof of insurance, what is the best way to respond?

• Announce to the officer where your documents are, but do not start reaching for them until they say "go ahead"

• Reach for the documents immediately without saying anything

• Argue with the officer about why you were stopped

• Wait for the officer to ask again before moving

Why is it important to stay calm and respectful during a traffic stop?

• It shows you are confident and not scared

• It helps prevent misunderstandings and keeps the situation safe for everyone

• It makes the officer more likely to give you a warning instead of a ticket.
  

  
  

• It guarantees you will not get a ticket.

If you do not agree with the reason for the traffic stop or the officer’s actions, what should you do?

• Argue with the officer on the spot

• Refuse to cooperate and drive away

•  Yell at the officer to get your point across.

•  Stay calm, comply with the officer's requests, and contest the issue later in court if necessary.

What should you do if the officer asks you to step out of the vehicle?

• Ask why you are being asked to get out

• Refuse to leave the vehicle

• Step out of the vehicle calmly, and follow the officer's instructions

• Immediately run away

 If you are asked if you know why you were pulled over, how should you respond?

• Admit you were speeding if you think you were.
  

• Say “no” if you don't know the reason.

• Tell the officer you were not speeding and argue your case.

• Guess why you think you were pulled over.

  
  

What should you do if you are unsure of the officer's instructions during the traffic stop?

• Act confused and wait for them to figure it out.

•  Politely ask for clarification before proceeding.

•  Ignore the instructions and continue on your way.
  

• Pretend you understand and hope everything works out.