that is good advice. I don't even think you have to go quite that far to not get shot by the po-lice.
1. Never flee from police. If the police approach you and speak to you, do not run or even walk away.
- 100% agree never run away. If the cop is being an a-hole and is absolutely incorrect in wanting to speak with me, I might walk away, but I know that is not going to endear them to me. however, I have not yet done so and doubt I ever will.
2. Avoid any sudden movements. No matter what you're doing when contacted by the police, stop and remain still.
- 100% agree not to make any sudden movements. it only makes sense. that is asking for a beating, at the least.
3. Do what you're told, and do it slowly. The officer will tell you exactly what he or she wants you to do.
- generally agree, unless the cop is asking for something impermissible, such as an illegal search.
4. Do not talk. At this point, you've either already broken the law and don't need to make it worse on yourself, or you are the victim of a misunderstanding and need to cooperate to prevent an unfortunate accident.
- cannot agree enough, but that has nothing to do with not getting shot.
5. Let yourself be handcuffed. While that may be uncomfortable, struggling against the cuffs or trying to resist in any way is only going to result in further trouble .
- agree. if the cop has decided to wrongfully handcuff you, your remedy lies elsewhere. resisting is an invitation to injury or getting shot.
I hate the JBT and "control" mindset so prevalent in LE these days. however, when I watch Cops on TV, I cannot believe how the police can restrain themselves. if I was a cop, I would be tasing the shit out of a lot of people, and beating the shit out of some of the rest.
for me, I have learned that as I look and act less of a scumbag, I get treated as less of a scumbag. I have done plenty of very stupid things, but I have done so without ever having a gun pointed at me. it's not that hard. it might be harder for minorities in certain shitty areas, but it is not too hard. don't dress, act, or speak like a criminal and hey everybody guess what?!?! cops don't treat you like a criminal!