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I was doing some "algorithm surfing" (i.e. VPN+private tab+click enough youtube videos on a topic=temporarily immersed in someone else's rabbit hole). In a patriotism rabbit hole, I found this video about a fearless teenager defending himself and his father against police misconduct with knowledge of Utah law.

Question: how can a layperson possibly know that much about the law to rival a cop's situational power like that?

I'm already familiar with shutting up (I vaguely remember there being a way funnier video but I can't find it)

but I think not shutting up, and instead sheer CYA, was instrumental to that kid and his dad winning the counterlawsuit. And being friendly has turned a speeding ticket into a warning for me (anecdotal evidence)... once...

Apologies if this question is too American. Also please don't hit me with another All Cops Are Benzene or something -- I could use a usable answer ^ .^

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[โ€“] NeoToasty@kbin.melroy.org 6 points 1 month ago

Don't be a sovereign citizen. The worst mistakes I've seen people pull is argue the law with cops. Cops are like robots, they're going to be spamming commands after commands. There is no room to debate, so shut up and comply, debate the rest of the shit in court later.

And when you get to court, the worst mistake here is running your mouth about things you only have an idea of, but not the complete story. This is why it's advisable to get a lawyer.

I've watched a court case where my sister tried to defend herself, least partially even with a lawyer. She lost a custody case because she tried driving her narrative to sway court judgment. Don't be an idiot, like her.