The fact that something like this is even considered against adults is just plain absurd.
Law enforcement shouldn't be so adversarial at every step.
Do you dare help the police, when you never know if they consider you friend or foe.
Law enforcement shouldn't be so adversarial at every step.
Do you dare help the police, when you never know if they consider you friend or foe.
No, never. Give the minimum required information and try to exit the interaction as soon as possible. You are always considered foe, and likewise, should nearly always consider the police your foe.
The only exception is when you're the victim of a violent crime and need their assistance to pursue justice, but even then you have to be judicial in your interactions.
Deception is an natural strategy with upside for catching criminals. It could be banned, but there would be a non-zero cost to enforcement. The public generally wants to have it's cake and eat it tool