what if the cops asked how much money they are carrying in order to ascertain if they are the types of folks that like to flash big wads of cash around - thus making them an immediate target???

If the cops ar ealways after money they would be shaking down all of the affluent locals that drink and drive! And you don't hear about that happening.

Do people really "pay off" the police? And if so who are they and why would they be paying the police not to charge them with crimes they haven't committed?

Just curious. I've never bumped into anyone that has just paid off the police.

Maybe I live a very sheltered life.