If you have done nothing wrong or violated the laws in any way, then you having nothing to fear. You might confront the officer and invite them to have a cup of coffee with you and then ask if you can be of any assistance to them.
If you believe you are in danger from 'undercover officers', go to the nearest police department and report the surveillance.
Nationwide, the average annual income for an undercover police officer is $68,000. The average annual income for an undercover police officer in New York City is $93,000.
Basic examples: A police officer working as a member of a gang to gain evidence is working undercover. If someone tells a police officer that there is going to be a robbery tomorrow, that person is an informant.
i think he was a undercover police officer or a doctor of some sort.........
The common slang term is "Narc."
No. He would probably lie to protect his mission. Undercover guys penetrate looking for evidence and cover up with lies.
If you are referring to "undercover" officers, plainclothes detectives, or "tactical old clothes" officers, they are not lying to anyone because they are not under oath to tell the truth.
"21 Jump Street" is the movie you are referring to. The undercover police officer in the film uses the poem "Because She Was New" to teach English using a metaphor.
To become an undercover police officer, a person must have at least a high school diploma. Courses that pertain to criminal justice and law enforcement can also be beneficial. Training is a big part of becoming an undercover cop as well.
When? It isn't illegal or anything yes they can.Added: Absolutely - and they can demand that you produce identification if they have reason to believe that you may be impersonating one.
in which of the following situations would a police officer exercise the greatest amount of discretion?
I believe it refers to the officer's squad car. Stating that the car he/she pulled you over in was a marked car. Making it obvious that it was a police officer. Unlike an unmarked police car that would probably be driven by an undercover or plain clothes officer.
Im not 100% but in most cases yes. A police officer will announce he is a police officer and should have his/her badge in clear view. one exception i can think of is if the officer is doing a undercover job. In that case i believe he would only announce himself/herself if they are arresting the subject.