You’re pulled over. They say, “Step out of the car.” What do you do? You get out. Pennsylvania v. Mimms allows them to order you out during a traffic stop. The side of the road is not the place to debate it. If you refuse, that’s when people get dragged out, windows get broken, and things escalate fast. Comply with the physical command. Getting out is cooperation. Arguing on the roadside is not how you win. If the order was improper, that gets handled later in court — not in the moment. Stay cal