Resisting arrest is a big topic in the news lately. The police may use the reasonable force necessary to arrest you, but they are not permitted to use excessive force or brutality. Cooperate with the officers and follow their directions. You don’t want to be charged with resisting. Ordinarily, the police must have a search warrant before conducting a search. After an arrest, the police may search you and the immediate area around you without a warrant if they reasonably suspect that you may be armed. A search is also permitted if police see contraband at the time of an arrest....