It’s winter up here, and although we’ve been in the midst of chinook weather for weeks now, it’s still not rideable, and won’t be for the foreseeable future. Thus I am inclined to be riding the web in search of diversions. I came across this article in Car and Driver:

What to do during a traffic stop:

• Pull to the right at the first safe opportunity, then turn off your engine.
• Stay in your car with your seat belt fastened. Roll down your window. Turn off the radio. Don’t even think about touching your cell phone.
• Place your hands on top of the steering wheel and sit quietly. Ask passengers to remain silent.
• Retrieve license, registration, and proof of insurance only when asked to do so.
• Answer questions succinctly. Avoid arguing, cursing, or interrupting when the officer speaks to you.

That all sounds about right to me.