People v. Jackson

We granted certiorari to review the court of appeals' judgment in People v. Jackson, 13 P.3d 838 (Colo.App.2000). 1

Defendant was a passenger in a car that was lawfully stopped for a traffic violation. The driver of the car produced a valid driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance. The police officer conducting the stop also requested Defendant's identification. The only reason for this request was that Defendant was a passenger in the car; the police officer did not suspect that Defendant was engaged in any criminal activity. Then, instead of returning Defendant's…