You’ve heard the old saying that anything you say can and be used against you and that you have a right to remain silent? It’s great advice. And while I’m not saying you have to be a mute, there are clear answers you should give to the four most common questions a cop will ask you when you are pulled over in Illinois.

The first thing I’ll tell you is that you can and should be polite. Say hello, but then let them lead the conversation. The first question will usually be something like:

Do you know how fast you