Stranger Demands Id Rights

Summary

In New York, you are not obligated to provide your ID or personal information to someone who is not a law enforcement officer. If approached by a stranger demanding such details, you can refuse and walk away. If you feel threatened, move to a safe location and report the incident to the local police with a detailed description of the person and vehicle.

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Some man in a car a stranger was asking me for my ID and my name for both me and Dale and he was asking us where we are going Hi Patrick! That sounds like a concerning situation. Was the man in the car a law enforcement officer or did he identify himself in any way? He never mentioned that he was a cop and he never Identified himself in any way
It sounds like you encountered a suspicious situation. In New York, you are not required to provide your ID or personal information to someone who is not a law enforcement officer.
- If you feel threatened, move to a safe location.
- Report the incident to the local police with a detailed description of the person and vehicle.
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I am not obligated to talk to them right
Correct, you are not obligated to talk to them, especially if they are not law enforcement officers. You can always refuse to provide any information and walk away. If you feel unsafe, it's a good idea to contact the police and report the incident. Stay safe!
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