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After stopping a vehicle for a traffic violation, a police officer may order the driver to exit the vehicle __________
a. only if probable cause of a more serious crime exists.
b. if the driver fits a criminal profile.
c. only if the driver is belligerent.
d. even without suspecting criminal activity
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d. even without suspecting criminal activity.
The U.S. Supreme Court in Pennsylvania v. Mimms (1977) held that, during a lawful traffic stop, an officer may order the driver to exit the vehicle as a precaution for officer safety. Maryland v. Wilson (1997) extended that rule to passengers. No additional suspicion or probable cause of other crimes is required.
The U.S. Supreme Court in Pennsylvania v. Mimms (1977) held that, during a lawful traffic stop, an officer may order the driver to exit the vehicle as a precaution for officer safety. Maryland v. Wilson (1997) extended that rule to passengers. No additional suspicion or probable cause of other crimes is required.
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