at a time when everyone can witness something

în plină zi, sub ochii tuturor
to restrain someone by securing their wrists together, often using a device, commonly done by law enforcement during an arrest or to maintain control

a pune cătușe, a lega cu cătușe
the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that it impairs the person's ability to drive safely
used as a command to halt or stop someone or something immediately

Stai!, Îngheț!
the act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs

percheziție, control
to suddenly fall on the ground, often as a way of avoiding danger

a se arunca la pământ, a se trânti la pământ
a command to force someone to kneel, usually in a police, military, or criminal context
a command to raise one's hands, typically during a robbery or police situation
used as a forceful command telling someone to stop talking or be quiet

taci, închide gura
