Police Stop Requirements

Summary

In New York, police require reasonable suspicion to stop an individual. This involves specific and articulable facts indicating potential criminal activity. Examples include observing suspicious behavior, receiving credible tips, witnessing a crime, or matching a suspects description. Understanding these criteria can help you know your rights during police encounters.

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Do the police need a reasonable reason to stop you
In the District of Columbia, the police need "reasonable suspicion" to stop you. This means they must have specific and articulable facts that suggest you are involved in criminal activity. Do you need more details on what constitutes reasonable suspicion?
I am from New York
Hi Patrick, my apologies for the confusion earlier. In New York, the police also need "reasonable suspicion" to stop you. This means they must have specific and articulable facts that suggest you are involved in criminal activity.
Would you like more details on what constitutes reasonable suspicion in New York?
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Reasonable suspicion in New York includes:
- Observing suspicious behavior
- Receiving a tip from a credible source
- Witnessing a crime or its immediate aftermath
- Matching the description of a suspect in a crime
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