Quote Originally Posted by Eryn View Post
If this ever happens to you it is NEVER in your best interest to consent to a search. If they have probable cause that you have committed a crime they won't ask for your permission. If you give permission their "fishing expedition" will only extend your ordeal. It also multiplies their opportunities to plant illegal items in your belongings. Stay in your vehicle unless you are ordered to exit it, since exiting the vehicle gives them cause to search your person. If you are ordered to exit your vehicle be sure to lock and close the door after you get out. There are legal nuances that extend police search rights if the door is left open. Be polite, comply with any lawful order the officer gives, but tell the officer with certainty that you do not consent to any search.
I don't think this is wise advice AT ALL.

People with nothing to hide...hide nothing.

Exiting a vehicle and locking it behind you is FOOLISH on SO MANY levels.
You will immediately be viewed as suspicious/dangerous and the keys in your hands might be mistaken for a weapon.

I really resent your assumption that law enforcement would 'plant something on their fishing expedition'.
Believe it or not, they have much better things to do.