In Florida and Michigan, it is also illegal to have an open container of alcoholic beverages, including beer and wine, in your vehicle. Similar legislation is under consideration in Texas. The police officer, however, cannot search your vehicle without a search warrant unless you consent to it. The penalties for attempted bribery are much more serious than penalties for any traffic violation. Such citations are a matter of public record and affect both your driver's license status and insurance rates.
Parking violations are usually payable by mail, but sometimes require a court appearance.
In more serious matters, international students in the United States with a valid visa have the same rights and responsibilities as any American citizen. If you are arrested and taken into custody, the police must inform you of your rights and make certain that you understand these rights. You may refuse to answer any questions without legal counsel present. You have every right to be represented by legal counsel and counsel will be appointed by the court if you cannot afford to hire an attorney. You cannot be convicted of a crime without a proper trial.