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Old January 4th 05, 07:20 PM
Alex Rodriguez
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In article . com>,
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>223rem wrote:
>> I was doing 80 on the Indiana toll road (speed limit 65 mph)
>> when I noticed a cop car ahead and slowed down to its speed of
>> about 70 mph.
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>> Well, I soon noticed that the cop car had IL plates. Thinking
>> that he cant pull me over, I passed the cop car (on the left)
>> and was soon back to 80 mph. Was I right, or just lucky?

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>I suspect he *could* pull you over... if he felt like it. He flips his
>lights on and pulls in behind you... whadaya gonna do, ignore him?


Yes. You could also call 911, if you have a cell phone, and ask for
help.

>My best guess is most out-of-state cops are on some type administrative
>assignment and, if you were weaving or otherwise appeared dangerous he
>could pull you over and "911" a local LEO with authority to the scene,
>sign a complaint and be on his way in 30 minutes.


Just like any other citizen can. And you can just ignore him, like you
would any other non-cop who tried to stop you.
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Alex

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