Civilian Interaction Training (CITP)

Are you required by Texas law to provide your name and badge number to a violator

no (side note: check department policy)

Do citizens have the right to video record traffic stops?

yes, unless it impedes officer duties

Can civilians proceed to a safe location when being pulled over for a traffic stop?

yes

What legislative act brought about the requirement of having information on the citation outlining how to complain on an officer

The Community Safety Education Act

How long does state law require a violator be given to appear in court

10 days

How many steps in the recommended violator contact method

7

List the steps in order of the _____ Step Violator Contact Method:

List the steps in order of the 7 Step Violator Contact Method:

1. Greeting and identification of the agency.

2. Statement of violation committed.

3. Identification of driver and check of conditions of violator and vehicle.

4. Statement of action to be taken.

5. Take action stated.

6. Explain what violator must do.

7. Leave.