the reality is writing is about telling a story. Getting something "right" seldom has much to do that, though you should try for a reasonable amount of accuracy.
Or you can Hang a Lantern on it.
which is the art of saying in the story, "Hey, this isn't usual police procedure."
"You're right, but the mayor's office called and they're making an exception for this guy."
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