The most striking outcome of the Attorney Shield 2025 Annual Survey is that nearly 70% of respondents described their experiences as either “contentious” or “hostile.” A total of 2,554 responses were collected.
Despite claims that civil forfeiture helps fight crime, multiple studies suggest it may actually divert law enforcement resources from combating serious crimes while encouraging policing for profit.
Your goal isn’t to “win” a traffic stop, it’s to keep yourself safe, protect your rights, and resolve the encounter as calmly and quickly as possible. Remember these 6 tips to achieve this outcome.