Police Interaction

A Professional Gift to the Interpreting Community from Samuel Arcelay

25 Foundational Drills: Field Commands & Interviews

1. Stop: "Stop right there! Do not move!" ¡Deténgase ahí mismo! ¡No se mueva!

2. Hands in Sight: "Show me your hands! Keep them where I can see them!" ¡Muéstreme las manos! ¡Manténgalas donde pueda verlas!

3. Drop the Weapon: "Drop the weapon! Drop it now!" ¡Suelte el arma! ¡Suéltela ahora!

4. Turn Around: "Turn around and put your hands behind your head!" ¡Dese vuelta y ponga las manos detrás de la cabeza!

5. Kneel: "Get on your knees! Cross your legs!" ¡Póngase de rodillas! ¡Cruce las piernas!

6. Identification: "License, registration, and proof of insurance, please." Licencia, registro y comprobante de seguro, por favor.

12. Weapon Check: "Do you have any weapons, needles, or anything that could poke me?" ¿Tiene armas, agujas o algo que pueda picarme?

21. Under Arrest: "You are under arrest for driving under the influence." Está bajo arresto por conducir bajo los efectos del alcohol.

Aggravated Assault Agresión Agravada

An unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury.

Probable Cause Causa Probable

Sufficient reason based on known facts to believe a crime has been committed.

Search Warrant Orden de Registro / Cateo

A legal document authorizing police to enter and search a premises.