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You are only required to identify yourself if they have reasonable suspicion that you've committed, or are about to commit, a crime. Of course, that all gets s
by comeandgetme 11y ago
You are only required to identify yourself if they have reasonable suspicion that you've committed, or are about to commit, a crime. Of course, that all gets sorted out post-arrest if you don't cooperate, which sucks for us.
- Navarr 11y agoIn the described event, particularly a person fleeing an officer before the officer even talks to them - I would not be surprised if they considered that reasonable suspicion.
- URSpider94 11y agoPer the recent events in Baltimore, simply running from the police does not appear to be a reason for arrest (IANAL). However, it's probably a good enough reason for police to pursue and detain you for questioning.
- emodendroket 11y agoAlthough N.B. that, per other recent events, there is apparently a risk you will be shot dead regardless.