In Chapter 3 – Discretion, Ethics, and Professional Conduct in Traffic Enforcement, we learned that at first glance, the “routine” traffic stop seems fairly straightforward and uncomplicated.  But, there are many factors that come into play to make traffic stops anything but routine.

Let’s discuss if you think the statement, “there is no such things as a routine traffic stop” is a valid statement?  Why or why not?  Make sure you give reasons in your discussion post to defend your answer.