marinepilot81
Regular Member
I know the stop and identify laws for myself, but I can't find anything about whether or not a cop must identify himself prior to my cooperation. Any thoughts or can someone point me in the right direction?
I'm wondering about when a cop starts asking me to give identification, stay where I am, etc. Can I demand his identification before I comply? Can I say "Sir, until you can provide picture ID I'm not going to be responsive to your demands."
Or if he refuses, can I call 911 to report a suspicious person wearing a stolen police uniform....etc?
This came up because I was watching youtube video of people demanding police identification before exiting a vehicle, answering questions, or any other demand. Just curious....I find refusing to identify myself and remaining quiet sufficient tactics, but wouldn't mind knowing if they're required to identify themselves.
I'm wondering about when a cop starts asking me to give identification, stay where I am, etc. Can I demand his identification before I comply? Can I say "Sir, until you can provide picture ID I'm not going to be responsive to your demands."
Or if he refuses, can I call 911 to report a suspicious person wearing a stolen police uniform....etc?
This came up because I was watching youtube video of people demanding police identification before exiting a vehicle, answering questions, or any other demand. Just curious....I find refusing to identify myself and remaining quiet sufficient tactics, but wouldn't mind knowing if they're required to identify themselves.