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agringo4u

7/31/2013 11:13 EST

I am coming to Nicaragua for a visit with my wife who is from there. I lived there for a short period a few years ago in Rivas. I found that anytime I was in a rental car every policemen that saw me would pull me over and do all they could to find something wrong and if they couldn't something, some would even say I had done something wrong when I knew I hadn't. Of course we all know what they want, but when you are traveling around the country and get stopped 1 or 2 times a day it gets expensive. Has that changed at all, and if not what is the best way to handle it. I am always polite and never say or do anything to irritate them. Thanks for any advice.

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bushamy13

7/31/2013 12:44 EST

You will get different opinions on this but it is now against the law for police to ask for money to pay the fine. I get stopped every six months or so but they usually check my documents then wish you a good day. I have not be asked to pay a fine for several years. Having said that, there are always a few rogue policeman that will still try especially with a rental since they assume you are a tourist and will not want the hassle or can speak the language.

I think it is much better now.

Regards

Darrell

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