Originally Posted by
Yahillwe
So, yes they ca stop AND they can fine you if you don't have 2 euros on you in cash. Yes, this is a law.
I am sorry but that is wrong :
http://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/affich...Texte=20090421
I agree though that it can be practically a bit different although that remains now exceptional. Also since last year all Police and Gendarmerie officer must wear their identification number visible (matricule).