Islam in America Documentary

Having a even a basic knowledge of a person's customs and culture enables police to conduct their duties in a more efficient and respectful manner.
The 5 Pillars of Islam are: Witness, Worship, Charity, Fasting, and Pilgrimage.
Friday is the holiest day of the week and worshipers usually gather at mosque between noon and 2pm.
Always take off shoes inside a mosque (never walk on the carpets with shoes on) and never place a Koran on the floor because it is disrepectful to do so.
Many Muslims prefer not to shake hands.  They may greet you instead with their hands together and a slight nod.  This is more custom than religious requirement.
Muslims of both sexes are very modest and wear loose clothing so as not to show body contures.  Women wear the hijab mostly due to custom and tradition than religious requirement.  Men will often also wear a skull cap for the same reasons.  These are often worn in Mosque.
Contrary to some beliefs, woman are not oppressed and do not wear hijab around other women and their personal family members. 
Islam was basically the 1st woman's liberation movement giving women the right to own property and vote from the start.
All people deserve to be shown respect and be treated with dignity.  Due to the events of 9-11 many Muslims are afraid of police.  Understanding helps in these matters.