STEP BY STEP GUIDE: How to Behave If You’re Being Arrested

If you’re under arrest, your first instinct may be to resist – especially if you’re innocent. But the way you behave and conduct yourself will have a major impact on the outcome of your case. Knowing how to behave will be the key to a favorable outcome. 1. Stay Calm The first, and most important thing, is to stay calm. Stay in control of your emotions, words and body language. Yelling, using inappropriate language or resisting the officers will only make matters worse for you. Be polite and be respectful. 2. Do Not Try to Run It should go without saying, but you should never try to run or even walk away. Always keep your hands where the officers can see them. Do not put your hands in your pockets or make any sudden movements. Do not touch a police officer either. 3. Don’t Give More Information Than You Have To If necessary, give the police your name and address, but do not provide them with any other information. Always remember that anything you say can and will be used against you. Simply remain silent or ask to speak to your lawyer. 4. Do Not Give the Police Permission to Search Your Vehicle To search a vehicle, the police must have probably cause,…