Can you refuse to show your ID to the cops? Outside of cause supported by reasonable suspicion OR driving a vehicle, yes (under case law). But your average be

Can you refuse to show your ID to the cops? Outside of cause supported by reasonable suspicion OR driving a vehicle, yes (under case law). But your average beat cop may not know that (or care). "Am I being detained?" To avoid certain ambiguities, instead ask, "am I free to go?"