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Cop at Traffic Police chowki demanded Rs.100 in front of everyone

Reported on January 29, 2013 from Mumbai , Maharashtra  ι Report #58

My license was taken away by a traffic cop on the offense that I had a film on the window glass. It was within legal limits when bought the car. But it seems not allowed anymore. Anyway I was asked to collect my license from the chowki. At the chowki (another) cop asked for Rs.100. I thought it was the fine amount. So I paid and he gave me back my license and called for the next person. No receipt. I waited for sometime hoping he would hand me a receipt. But he didn't even acknowledge my presence there. I was in two minds - whether I should dare to ask for a receipt or save any possible harassment. Could not muster enough courage and just left. Later i realized, he had the guts to ask for the bribe in front everyone - other cops seated nearby and other people like me in the queue. Like its all official !

I have always been scared of traffic cops. Feel helpless in front of them. They always manage to claim some offense and I cannot refuse. Anybody with tips how to be brave in front of traffic cops?

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