Persuasive Essay On Campus Police

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First, Campus Police!

When stopped by police what should you do? First, Campus Police are essential to student and campus safety. There purpose is to protect the university and students, staff, faculty, and campus property. Do not be fooled into thinking campus police are glorified security guards. Campus police have authority. Campus police have all the powers as that of a regular a police officer. This also means they have to abide by the same laws and regulations including the Fourth Amendment search and seizure principles, the Fifth Amendment right from self-incrimination, right to an attorney, right to remain silent, and the Sixth Amendment right to an attorney after an individual has been Mirandized or is in custody and detained. In fact, if a …show more content…

No!
(Your license may be suspended for 30-60 days if you refuse in some states, but it gives you a better chance for yourself and your attorney in court)
Do you have to do any sobriety tests? No!
What to Do if Pulled Over for DUI:

If an officer demands you take a breathalyzer you may refuse, even if your underage. A refusal however, means in some state your license will be revoked for up to 90 days. You should also refuse any test examining (sobriety tests) of your blood alcohol level, unless you have not been drinking at all, than it should be an easy exam. Any step, alphabet test, or whatsoever you should refuse. You can always get a second independent blood alcohol test but not a second step or alphabet test.. The police will likely still take your blood alcoholic level if you are taken to the station.
Tips When Stopped by Police and Carrying a Firearm:

Calmly inform the officer you are a registered owner and are carrying a firearm.
Tell the officer exactly where it is.
Do not make any sudden movements
Wait for the officers instructions
If you are in a vehicle and the officer asks you to step out make sure the officer can see your hands.
Inform the officer of every move you

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