I was stopped for what seemed like a long time. What was the officer doing in his car all that time?
The officer is doing more than filling out a form. License and registration checks are made via radio to the Communications Center. Like the Internet, these inquiries are subject to delay due to volume or other technical circumstances. Officers need to make these checks and try their best to conclude the traffic stop as expeditiously as possible.

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1. I was stopped for what seemed like a long time. What was the officer doing in his car all that time?
2. Should I stay in my car after I am stopped, or should I get out and meet the officer?
3. How long do violations stay on your record?
4. Does a traffic warning end up on my driving record?
5. Is there a law that says that an officer has to show me the reading on the radar or laser unit?
6. Is the date on my citation the actual trial date?
7. I lost my ticket and forgot the appearance date. What should I do?
8. I have a perfect driving record but the officer gave me a ticket anyway. Why?
9. If I file a complaint against an officer will the ticket be dropped?
10. I have a Missouri driver's license and received a citation in another state. Will it show on my Missouri record?