Protester
Guide to the Law on Protests and Protesters in the United States
The 1st Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects the right to “peaceably assemble.”
If you are planning to protest or demonstrate, or you are simply interested in the laws for protesters, you need to know the following areas of law:
1. Free Speech
We have strong protections on free speech and freedom of assembly, but there are limits. See our Guide to Free Speech.
2. Police Actions
There are limits to what police can legally do to stop protesters. See our Guide to Police Conduct.
3. Harassment
If you are harassed by people other than law enforcement, here’s what your rights are: Guide to Harassment Law.
4. Privacy
We have many rights to privacy, both online and offline. See our Guide to Privacy Law.
5. Obeying the Law
If a law is unconstitutional or otherwise illegal, do I still need to obey it?
Generally yes. See our Legal Basics.
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