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    Can you be arrested for refusing to sign a traffic ticket? what we know

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    A Oklahoma City police officer’s use of force while arresting 70-year-old man has been questioned, with the officer on paid leave while the police department investigates.

    During the incident, the man refused to sign the traffic ticket the OKC police officer had written, so the officer said he could take him to jail.

    After news of the incident went viral, many wondered what the law states. Here’s what you should know about Oklahoma City’s law on signing a citation for a police officer.

    Can OKC police take you to jail for refusing to sign a ticket?

    Yes, according to the city of Oklahoma City, refusing to sign the citation a police officer writes could result in your arrest.

    Signing the citation does not admit guilt, but rather represents your assurance that you will pay the fine or appear in court to argue its validity.

    Additionally, according to the city, yelling at or aggressively touching an officer could result in your arrest.

    The city also says you should comply with a police officer’s requests even if you disagree, and not argue about the officer’s actions or the law.

    What to do during a traffic stop

    While different states have different rules for drivers’ duties during a traffic stopExperts generally agree on some steps drivers should take to ensure traffic remains calm.

    He American Civil Liberties Union of Oklahoma recommends that if you are stopped by the police, you should take the following steps:

    • Stop the car in a safe place as quickly as possible.
    • Turn off the car engine.
    • Turn on the internal light.
    • Open the window halfway.
    • Place your hands on the steering wheel.

    The ACLU also encourages people to remain calm during the traffic stop and not to run, resist, or obstruct officers.

    Further: Do you have to roll down your window during a traffic stop? ACLU and police intervene

    The Oklahoma City Police Department recommends many of the same actions, including rolling down your window to talk to the officer. If you are afraid during the stop, police department website It also suggests you can roll down your window a few inches, ask to speak to a supervisor, or call 911.

    Contributing: Dale Denwalt

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