A reckless driver has recently been arrested in Lubbock, raising the concern over the proper protocol when a police officer initiates a traffic stop. Once treatment is complete at the hospital, the driver will face one charge of Evading on a Motor Vehicle. How to Properly Handle a Traffic StopNow, let's look at the proper way to handle a traffic stop in Texas, according to state law. Never exit your vehicle during a traffic stop unless told otherwise. You should never confront or argue with an officer during a traffic stop.