TikTok's 'lawyer mom' shares powerful advice for students dealing with police on campus

The TikToker, who goes by the nickname “Lawyer Mom” online, shared her advice in a video that now has more than 1.7 million views. Lawyer Mom, who’s real first name is Susu, begins her video by reminding students to always stay “calm, cool and collected,” when they encounter an officer. She then emphasizes the right to remain silent, and adds that students can refuse when an officer asks to search their phone. “It’s possible the officer will still search you even though you don’t give consent,” she adds. “But it will protect your rights if you end up in court”. Susu explained that she started the Lawyer Mom account back in May — and now has more than 430,000 followers. “I was a little hesitant because it’s so hard to explain the law under ONE minute, people are also from all over the U.S. and state laws vary from state to state,” she said. “But I decided to give it a try, at least to engage people and start a conversation about various legal issues”. Many Tiktokers took to Susu’s comments to thank her for the help. “I wish you were my mom,” one wrote. “I’ve learned so much from you. Thank you”