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@ai6yr@m.ai6yr.org Guidance for Confirming Law Enforcement Identity Federal agencies operating in Oregon have confirmed that officers conducting official operations must clearly identify themselves as law enforcement. They also reiterated that anyone who falsely represents themselves as a federal immigration officer will face criminal prosecution to the fullest extent of the law. Impersonating law enforcement jeopardizes public safety, creates unnecessary fear and confusion, and undermines trust in legitimate agencies. If you are unsure whether a traffic stop or law enforcement contact is legitimate, consider the following safety tips: If the vehicle stopping you is not a marked unit, the emergency lights should be built in and are usually not a temporary light placed on the vehicle. Try to stop in a well-lit area or a location where there are a lot of people present. Turn on your emergency flashers, but don’t turn off your car. Lock your door. Look for a uniform or other official department clothing. If you are unsure, ask the officer to display their department identification and badge. Ask where they work and if you can contact their dispatch center to confirm their identity. You may also ask for a marked patrol unit to respond. In Oregon, local, state, and federal law enforcement officers may not wear face coverings except in specific circumstances and must clearly display identification showing the agency they represent.