Starting January 1, 2024, a new law prevents California police from asking motorists whether they know why they’ve been pulled over. You’ve likely faced this clever question while sweating after seeing the lights, and lawmakers decided to put an end to the tactic.
The question was seen as a subtle way to coax admissions from drivers. The law reflects a push to make traffic stops fairer, removing a tactic critics viewed as a manipulative tool to elicit self-incrimination.
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