LAWYER: The ONLY 7 Words to Say if Cops Say They Smell Weed

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Driving home and suddenly see those flashing lights? An officer says they smell marijuana and wants to search your car. What you say next can make all the difference between driving home or going to jail. This video provides critical information on how to assert your Fourth Amendment rights and protect yourself during a traffic stop in Indiana. Key Topics/Questions Answered: The "Golden Rule" when an officer claims to smell marijuana How to refuse a search effectively and calmly Activating your Fourth Amendment rights by refusing consent The changing landscape of "probable cause" with marijuana legalization/decriminalization The 3-point test to determine if probable cause for a search is legitimate The importance of knowing your state's specific marijuana laws (e.g., Indiana being 100% illegal) Why the distinction between burnt vs. fresh marijuana smell matters Understanding who the police are legally permitted to search (driver vs. passengers) How to handle the "K-9 Unit Threat" Responding to claims of "furtive movements" Navigating a "pretext stop" Your rights when police are knocking at your home and claim to smell marijuana The two key phrases to always remember to protect your rights Why watch? Empower yourself with essential knowledge about your constitutional rights during police encounters related to marijuana. Learn the exact words and strategies to use to prevent unlawful searches and avoid criminal charges. This video could be the difference between a minor stop and a major legal issue. 🚨 Watch this video next ▶️ LAWYER: What to Say if Stopped by the Police: Your Rights & 4 Key Exceptions 🎯 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKIkWj7zNEM Keep in touch! Facebook: https://bit.ly/2NhYc7A Instagram: https://bit.ly/2FBEwp0 Twitter: https://bit.ly/2NeJRbV Hello, and welcome to my channel! My name is Marc Lopez, and I've been helping people as an Indiana attorney since 2006. My goal with this channel is to share my knowledge and experience with others to help them receive the justice they deserve. Remember, ALWAYS plead the 5th! If you have any questions, give us a call! 317-632-3642 Marc Lopez Law Firm 120 East Market Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46204