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Because the driver is still in control of the vehicle and may simply decide to "floor it" and flee, AND it cannot be determined what is on, around, or within the drivers grasp that may be used as a weapon. The entire driver's body, and their actions, cannot be seen from the outside the vehicle.

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Police offers mainly do this for safety of the vehicles driveing by and to him or her's self.

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