02/19/2026
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If Virginia State Officials contact you regarding fi****ms laws enforcement.
Record as much information about the officer as possible, the name of their supervisor/ sergeant/ division/ area office/ badge number, car license plate etc, as well as the date/time and location of any interaction, any case number or unique information regarding a warrant or paperwork.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS 🗣️
• I am exercising my constitutional rights under the 4th and 5th Amendment.
• I am exercising my right to remain silent.
• I refuse to sign any documents without speaking to a lawyer first.
• I do not give you permission to enter my home.
•I wish to see any warrant issued by a judge stating exactly what you are looking for.
IF YOU ARE STOPPED BY STATE OFFICIALS FOR QUESTIONING đźš“
• Stay calm. Don't run. Don't argue, resist or obstruct the police, even if you are innocent or police are violating your rights. Keep your hands where police can see them.
• Ask if you are free to leave. If the officer says yes, calmly and silently walk or drive away. If you are under arrest, you have a right to know why.
• You have the right to remain silent and cannot be punished for refusing to answer questions. If you wish to remain silent, tell the officer out loud.
•Do not consent to any search, attempt to record the interaction with your phone if you can do so safely without presenting a perceived threat to the officer, most Virginia State Police and other state law enforcement agencies do not wear body worn cameras.
Most vehicles will have cameras that record (usually)when emergency lights are activated, officers may wear a connected wireless microphone.
Even if the officer is nice, an acquaintance or friend, they may likely be under duress for threat of loss of their career or even being charged criminally if they refuse to enforce new laws. Remember its possible everything you say is recorded and will be reviewed by other members of the agency. It is critical to sever any and all pre-existing trust and assume anything said will be used to build a case against you by the Commonwealth.
•If property is seized or taken demand a receipt that details all items taken
Anything and everything you say will be used against you, even idle comments, opinions, or reasons why you choose to not answer any questions. Ensure everyone with you or around you remain silent. Do not claim possession of a firearm or accessories until you consult an attorney. Be weary that state law enforcement may claim information that is not true in an effort to persuade you to provide condemning testimony.
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