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I have to agree w/ Longtooth on this one.

I am 25 myself, first applied for my CHL at age 19. Spent 6 years in the military (age 17-24) and have had MANY run-ins with a LEO. Mainly because i'm a slightly aggressive driver who used to (though i do not any more, tickets are pricy) speed regularly, and had a tendency to drive +90mph at 2am down I35/183/635/190. That said, it was a regular occurrence that i was judged initially based on age, but once i spoke with the officer, confidence and manner were the most important. I would say i only received a ticket on 1 of 10 stops.

Things to know:
1. An officer does not Have to give you a ticket, this is officer discretion
2. Dont lie: Telling the truth gives you credibility (Officer: "why were you speeding" // me: "Because its 2am, theres no one in sight, i was hoping to get home in short order without getting a ticket" )
3. Traffic stops (like life) are about confidence. If your tone or mannerism are unsure, questionable, or wavering, you give them more reason to check you out.
4. Dont let your mouth talk you into a ticket: Give concise answers, dont embellish, dont try a line...they've heard it all, but do this being polite. "Yes sir" and "yes" can be very different, also, if you say "yes" but ment "hey jerk, you should know this"...they can tell!