Lawyer Talk Q&A - Traffic Stops: What Cops Can and Can't Do

Lawyer Talk: Off the Record

In what situations can the police demand to search your car, and what should your response be?

We're diving into a crucial topic many of you have asked about: what happens when the police stop your car and demand to search it?

Steve tackles this 4th Amendment issue head-on, explaining the circumstances under which police can pull you over, the importance of probable cause, and your rights when it comes to consenting—or not consenting—to a vehicle search.

He also addresses common misconceptions about refusing police orders, such as stepping out of your car. Get ready for an informative session that's all about protecting your rights during a traffic stop.

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Recorded at Channel 511.

Stephen E. Palmer, Esq. has been practicing criminal defense almost exclusively since 1995. He has represented people in federal, state, and local courts in Ohio and elsewhere.

Though he focuses on all areas of criminal defense, he particularly enjoys complex cases in state and federal courts.

He has unique experience handling and assembling top defense teams of attorneys and experts in cases involving allegations of child abuse (false sexual allegations, false physical abuse allegations), complex scientific cases involving allegations of DUI and vehicular homicide cases with blood alcohol tests, and any other criminal cases that demand jury trial experience.

Steve has unique experience handling numerous high-publicity cases that have garnered national attention.

For more information about Steve and his law firm, visit Palmer Legal Defense.

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