This may only increase the tension in an already stressful situation. If you receive a citation, you will be advised of a court date that allows you the opportunity to take your case before a judge. Once business with the officer is finished, you should merge, with caution, back into the flow of traffic. Certain traffic violations require that if charged, you are taken into custody and must appear before a magistrate. Do not assume that the officer knows that you are the perfect, law abiding citizen.
Law enforcement is dangerous work.
Officers must be cautious at all times.