Is it normal to be scared of police?
Depends.It depends
Yes, it can be normal to feel scared of police, especially if you’ve had a bad experience or worry about how you might be treated. People’s feelings vary a lot depending on their experiences and circumstances.
Police can represent authority and serious consequences, so feeling nervous around them isn’t unusual. A past encounter, hearing about someone else’s experience, or concerns about being treated unfairly can all make that fear stronger—and some people simply feel uneasy around anyone with power over them.
Others feel safe or reassured by police, so there isn’t one reaction everyone is supposed to have. If the fear is making everyday situations hard, talking it through with someone you trust may help.