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Police Have New Powers: What Inspectors Are Allowed to Do on the Road

Нові повноваження поліції: що можуть робити інспектори під час патрулювання доріг. Photo: hvylya.net

Ukraine is a country where laws exist, but their enforcement often appears differently. Especially when it comes to stopping a car by the police. Journalists of 'Khvylia' have looked into this issue and provided useful information about the rules for stopping a vehicle in Ukraine.



In particular, the law clearly defines the main grounds for stopping a vehicle, the rights of both police officers and drivers, as well as what to do if asked to exit the vehicle or if the car and personal belongings are to be checked. An important aspect is also the possibility of recording audio and video of interactions with law enforcement, which can prove useful in cases of conflict situations.