How Do You Avoid Getting Shot By A Police Officer?
• Never flee from police. If the police approach you and speak to you, do not run or even walk away. Regardless of your rights, doing this arouses suspicion and greatly increases the chance of a fatal misunderstanding. If you are innocent, you have nothing to gain by fleeing, but you should also avoid speaking to the police as much as possible as you are not required to by law and could get yourself into trouble. Even if you are guilty of a crime, fleeing will always make things worse. • Avoid any sudden movements. No matter what you’re doing, stop in that position and try not to move. At this point, any movement you make that is unexpected is one step closer to getting shot…especially any movements you make with your hands. • If you’re in a car, don’t reach for anything. An officer might assume you’re reaching for a weapon or hiding drugs. For more details, see How to Act when the Police Pull You Over. • Do what you’re told, and do it slowly. The officer will tell you exactly what h
