A lawyer cruised through an intersection, catching the attention of a vigilant policeman. With flashing lights, the officer signaled for him to pull over. Rolling down his window, the lawyer inquired, "What seems to be the issue, officer?"
The policeman, requested, "Could I see your license and registration, please?"
The lawyer responded, "May I ask why?"
"You failed to comply with the stop sign back there," the officer explained.
The lawyer argued, "I did slow down, and there was no other traffic."
The officer insisted, "But you still need to come to a complete stop, regardless of the circumstances. License and registration, please."
The lawyer pressed on, "What's the distinction, then?"
"The difference is in the full cessation of movement," the officer clarified, growing slightly impatient. "I need to see your license and registration NOW."
The lawyer proposed a challenge, "If you can convincingly explain the disparity between 'slowing down' and 'stopping,' I'll gladly hand over my documents."
The officer retorted, "OK, Step out of the vehicle, sir."
The officer, losing his composure, brandished his nightstick and unleashed a flurry of blows upon the lawyer.
"DO YOU WANT ME TO STOP OR JUST SLOW DOWN?"
