Most states, and federal law, allow searches during traffic stops so long as the driver consents.

I ask if it's his policy to pull people out of their cars during traffic stops.

It is often consulted during routine traffic stops or patrols.

In recent months officers have been involved in the shooting of civilians during traffic stops.

Even so, some areas are already on the verge of gridlock during heavy traffic.

Be well warned, if you need to get to the airport for a flight, and you make the journey during heavy traffic, allow extra time.

Travel time is about an hour (longer during heavy traffic).

Due to low salaries, it is not uncommon for officers to collect bribes during traffic stops.

Most drugs are confiscated during routine traffic stops - of which Yosemite makes about 20,000 a year.

During traffic stops the internal combustion engine can even be turned off for even more economy.