What you can do in Russia, but is prohibited in the USA: Immigrant impressions

Some things that are familiar to the average Russian, as it turns out, can be strictly prohibited in America, the channel's author notes. Made in USA on Yandex Zen. Next - from the first person.

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You should not communicate informally with the police and other services

In the States there are strict regulations on the interaction between ordinary people and representatives of any services. In post-Soviet countries, it is useful to have your own person in the police, fire and medical services, as well as in all inspections. In America, this is not encouraged, and sometimes can be very severely punished. Of course, we are talking about attempts to “paw” the same policeman. So you should communicate with these people politely and formally.

You can't "smoke" on the street

Of course, the well-known addiction is now actively fought everywhere, including the post-Soviet countries. In the past few years, laws have become much stricter, but compared to what is happening in the States, these are still flowers.

Taking the Los Angeles County example: it’s a good idea to get a fine if you don’t know the rules in each specific city. And since different cities are located here literally across the road from each other, it is better not to take risks and not walk the streets with a cigarette.

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Moreover, smoking, if we talk about the same California, is even condemned here in society, especially in wealthy San Francisco. And in general, adherents of this addiction with the price of a pack of $ 5-10 can spend a lot like that.

No to "pirates"

All of us, to be honest, are accustomed to downloading something on torrents. In the States, you can actually get a fine for this.

How will they know? Yes, it’s simple - the provider (the one whose Internet you use) will see if you download something from a torrent or distribute it. The first time, they will send you a warning letter. Well, if you continue to download, the Internet will simply be cut off without the possibility of recovery. Or they may also send you a fine, and a considerable one at that.

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