Do they have to provide ID?

• A. No identification is ever required
• B. Yes, during a lawful Terry stop the suspect is required to identify himself; refusal that interferes with investigation may lead to charging
• C. Identification is required only for foot pursuits
• D. Identification is required only if the suspect is being arrested

Answer: (B)

During a lawful Terry stop, officers are detaining a person briefly to determine whether criminal activity is afoot. Because the goal is to quickly progress the investigation, providing identifying information is often required. If someone refuses to identify and that refusal interferes with the investigation, they can be charged with obstruction or a related offense. This stop-and-identify principle was affirmed in Hiibel v. Nevada, which allows a name to be requested during a legitimate stop. The exact requirements can vary by jurisdiction—some places ask only for a name, others for full identification—and not every interaction triggers identification, but the main idea is that identification can be compelled during a valid stop, and refusing to do so can lead to charges.