| Pennsylvania v. Mimms (1977) -Ordering Driver Out |
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| Facts: Officers stopped a car for an expired license plate and ordered the driver out. They observed a bulge under his jacket and located a firearm. |
| Ruling: Officers may order a driver out of the vehicle without additional justification beyond the traffic stop itself. |
| How This Affects Law Enforcement: 1. If the driver refuses, reasonable force may be used to get the driver out. 2. Commonly used for Officer safety. |