Originally Posted By: oldsoldier
So, you silence, in the end, could incriminate you.

Sorry, no, your silence can never incriminate you. Identify yourself, assert your rights, ask for your lawyer.

Hi, my name is Your Name, and I cannot answer any questions without my lawyer. I am asserting all my constitutional rights and I want my lawyer, now am I free to go or an I under arrest? and where is my lawyer?

How to Flex Your Rights During Police Encounters
Originally Posted By: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/03/24/AR2010032402907_3.html

1. Always be calm and cool.

2. You have the right to remain silent.

3. You have the right to refuse searches.

4. Don't get tricked into waiving your rights.

5. Determine if you're free to go.

6. Don't do anything illegal.

7. Don't run.

8. Never touch a cop.

9. Report misconduct: Be a good witness.

10. You don't have to let them in.