During Typical Stops 1. Maintain a self-assured, professional appearance in your manner of dress and bearing.
Studies show that a well-groomed appearance commands more respect.
Since safety prevention is a primary reason for the stop, wear your seat belt to be safe and to serve as a role model for safe behavior. Signal which side of the road is safer for the driver to stop. This may be an issue on a multi-lane highway and may enable you to take advantage of wider shoulder space. At the beginning of the stop, immediately greet the driver and state your name and law enforcement agency . I m Officer Brown of the Smithville Police Department.