after getting stopped for driving without a valid drivers licensecan the police search you for drugs?
371588
As an ex cop I can assure that they can in certain cases. Most officers search you to check for weapons and if they find drugs in the process, then it's a valid charge. There are some places where they have to have your consent to search, like your home but if it's your vehicle and you're arrested they have to inventory the car so that is a valid search. If they have probable cause like seeing marijuana or something in plain view, then you can be arrested. If they stop you and want to look in your trunk, unless there exigent circumstances, like they think theres a person you're holding captive in there or an animal, then they can search without a warrant. A pat-down search is legal for officer safety reasons. To search things like your bags or glove compartment they need your consent again, unless you've been arrested. If they have reason to believe that you are going to reach for a weapon they can search the immediate area. Best thing to do is not to carry illegal things my friend. Cops are savvy and we take no chances. If you break the law, you deserve to go down but I do believe in protecting peoples civil rights as well. I always protected my prisoner's rights because I may to make a judgement due to the situation and what has to be done, but I am not judge, jury and executioner and most police officers try to keep this in mind. Even if I didn't like a person I'd dealt with before, I was still fair and respectful unless they gave me a reason to get tough with them. Good luck.
1080171
Yes, they sure can.  The Police may arrest you with a complaint and then decide to drop the charges, often for lack of evidence.\n\nThere is no legal issue there.  However, consult with an attorney about the evidence issue.  Without probable cause the search should be invalid, therefore, the evidence would not be admissable.  No evidence surely would make the charge go away.  Good luck!
1055523
Yes, it's illegal. But all police can do is cite you for operating a vehicle without a bond or insurance. You can still drive away, but if you don't get insurance, eventually your license will be susupended/revoked and you won't be able to register your car without proof of insurance.
999768
Actually, the police are trained in identifying plates and expiration stickers from other states.  If you are doing something suspicious or possibly violating a traffic law, you could get stopped and cited.
533604
usually not, its illegal. \n\nMany states however do not check they rely on you telling them you have a license from another state that is suspended.
494159
Request a replacement drivers licence from your home state.
924896
Yes, unless you plan on never setting foot in that state again. Because if you do return to that state and your pulled over, when the Police officers runs your license, you will be going to jail on a warrant for non payment of this citation and or a failure to appear.
817327
I do drink, but the state cop has to prove you were drinking. Even a breath test can be proved invalid with a good lawyer.
696903
The same questions they ask me.  Drivers license and proof of insurance.  If I don't have that, it's get out of the car.....I'm toted off to jail and my car impounded till I can provide the documents that are necessary.  I've had them shine a light in my car and hold my art eraser till it was determined it wasn't contraband.  I got some deal on my ticket for disrespecting an officer because I busted out laughing while he was sniffing my eraser.  I've had my car searched for no other reason than an outed tail light.  I've randomly had to be subjected to sobriety tests and a pat down.  Been in a car in which we were pulled over because the police thought the driver "looked funny".  We agreed, but the police officer didn't think it was funny.  I have been pulled over as a youth and had my parents called to see if they knew where I was.  I have been repeatedly pulled over time and time again by a cop because I drove a van that was considered the "type of vehicle" a drug trafficer would drive.  I've been pulled over because they wanted to be sure I wasn't being abducted since the passenger was a black person.  I've also turned a corner without putting on a turn signal and been let go.  I've had police officers help me when I was stranded on the side of the road without a question asked.\n\nI'd like to know when you aren't required to have your license on you when you are driving a vehicle!  I thought that was a basic rule#1.
643674
No. The police actually have to have you clocked on radar to prove the violation.
302019
In CA , if the police officer can develop probable cause, he can search your car. This was put in place due to the mobility of vehicles. They can simply drive away before you can get a search warrant.\n\nThe simplest example is the smell of pot. If the officer smells it, he can search anywhere in the car where the pot might be. Anywhere. \n\nAnother example is the plain sight rule. If the officer sees contraband in plain sight he can seize it and search your car for more. Anything else reasonably found during the search is also legally obtained.\n\nI don't know where the other posters got their information, but whether or not you are a minor has no bearing.\n\nAs for the cocaine issue, what crime did the driver get charged with? What are you talking about? If a passenger has drugs on them, it is possible that the driver could be charged for transportation of drugs. As for claiming they didn't know about the drugs, would it surprise you to know that people lie to the police??
361095
Check your state's webpage to see if the department of licensing has a fee schedule.  Some states have fees set by the legislature and they are published online. Remember, driving without a license won't be the reason the person is pulled over.  It will be another violation that could cost more than just a driving without a license fee.
872397
Why did you send your license with the payment?  Did they take it when you were cited in the first place?  If your license was suspended, you can't legally drive anywhere.  If it wasn't, you should still have it.  If you get pulled over anywhere without your license, you will receive another citation.  You should probably contact the BMV to find out where your license is and how to get it back.\n\nEdit: What state are you in.  There is no 'bond' for a speeding ticket in any state I've ever driven.  You can't pay a cash bond at the scene either.  It looks to much like a bribe.
791001
a few things actually... one is the fact that when you sign for your drivers license, it even states somewhere on it that you agree to abide by any and all laws. if the officer has probable cause that you have broken a law, that you have previously agreed to uphold, then they can ask you to perform some road side tests. You do have the right to refuse however... they cant ask you to do something you dont want to. There's your freedoms and rights coming into play. They can, however, suspend your license for a minimum of six months if you refuse to take a breathalizer test or a field sobriety test. So, the moral of the story is... dont drink and drive. Call a cab or catch a bus... find a friend...
57158
I don't think so...but if get stopped again then there yes they will arrest you..but you should go back home and present yourself and try to fix all that..:)
428985
If you are going for a job that involves driving a school bus or some other occupation that requires you to have a valid DL and if they run your driver's license--yes they do. (traffic offenses and accidents) In Texas even DWI and Drug Charges show up on your DL.
600913
Yes, warrant will show up in all states if you are stopped. If you were not jailed, you are lucky. Better get it cleared up as soon as possible. Good luck