9. “Why Were You Driving So Fast?”
Officers often ask this to get you to admit guilt on the spot. If you say, “I guess I was speeding,” they can use that against you later. Instead of guessing or apologizing, stay neutral. You can say, “I’d prefer not to answer that.” This keeps the focus on facts rather than your personal explanation. Even if you think you were going a little over the limit, you don’t have to confirm it. Let the officer explain why they pulled you over. From there, you can respond with your documents and stay respectful. The more you talk, the more likely you are to say something that could be misinterpreted. Keeping it simple and calm is your best move in this situation.