What lights do police use to pull you over?

California’s “Move Over” law requires all drivers to move over a lane or, if they are unable to do that safely, slow down when they see amber flashing lights on Caltrans vehicles, law enforcement and emergency vehicles, and tow trucks.

What is unmarked police car?

Some police forces use unmarked vehicles, which do not have any passive visual warnings at all, and others (called stealth cars) have markings that are visible only at certain angles, such as from the rear or sides, making these cars appear unmarked when viewed from the front.

How can you tell if a police car is trying to pull you?

If a police car is trying to pull you over, they will usually attract your attention by: Flashing their blue lights or headlights, or beeping the horn Pointing or indicating to the left to tell you that you need to pull over If a police car signals for you to stop, you must pull over.

Why do police officers give hand signals to drivers?

Police officers are tasked with maintaining law and—crucially, here—order. Cops often attend road accidents as part of their day to day work, and so one instance where you might see an officer giving hand signals is to direct traffic safely around an accident.

What should you do when you see police lights flashing?

If you see police lights flashing in your rearview mirror, you should slow down and pull over to the side of the road as soon as safety allows. If the police officer simply wanted to get past you, you can pull back into the road after the vehicle goes by.

What should you do if a police officer comes behind you?

If the police officer simply wanted to get past you, you can pull back into the road after the vehicle goes by. However, if they stay behind you with their lights and sirens on they are attempting to stop you for a traffic violation. Pull over to the side of the road as soon as safety allows. Remain in the vehicle.