Traffic Stop Legal Rights

Summary

During a traffic stop in wisconsin, law enforcement needs probable cause to search your vehicle. You have the right to remain silent and request a lawyer during questioning. Evidence obtained unlawfully can be challenged in court. Consider consulting a local attorney for personalized legal advice.

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Courtney
Hi Courtney! It's great to connect with you. Could you tell me a bit about the legal issue you're facing? That way, I can provide more specific information to help you.
"So I got pulled over in jan for allegedly not stopping before the stop sign line the police then ran a dog which they said hit and searched my car my son was with me at the time we were just going home from shopping when they searched my car they came back and told me I was under arrest for the possession they said they found some meth dust in the cup holder of my car but all they showed me was the qtip that they tested and came back positive for meth but there was no other amount of substance so they arrested me brought me to jail strip searched me let me get my clothes back on and put me in a room where * detectives started questioning me and trying to get me to set up someone else I told them I would call them the next day and they let me go and drove me back to where my car was parked"
It sounds like a challenging situation, Courtney. In New Mexico, you might want to consider the following general points regarding searches and arrests:
- Law enforcement needs probable cause to conduct a search.
- You have the right to remain silent and request a lawyer during questioning.
- Evidence obtained unlawfully can be challenged in court.
Would you like help connecting with local lawyers who can assist with your case?
In Wisconsin Marinette
Thanks for sharing more details about your situation, Courtney. Since you're located in Wisconsin, the legal rules might differ slightly. Here's some general legal information for Wisconsin:
- Law enforcement needs probable cause for a search.
- You have the right to remain silent and request a lawyer.
- Evidence obtained unlawfully can be challenged in court.
Would you like help connecting with local lawyers who can assist with your case?