Wait—is this checkpoint even legal? I pulled over, unlocked my phone for the officers, and then immediately five other cop cars appeared with lights blazing! The Officer in charge asked to download my memes, then he DEPUTIZED me and he even gave me his cool police hat before sending me on my way!
(media.scored.co)
LET'S GOOoOoooo!!!
There were lawsuits filed over the cops doing that. From what i recall, the cops were simply walking up to cars during traffic stops, and remotely yoinking data out of peoples phones without a warrant- which is what prompted the lawsuits. So, if you are curious to know more about that stuff, there are more articles, and court records available.