Know Your Rights: Protests
Last updated: December 8, 2016 11:00 am
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The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest.
However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the exercise of speech rights. Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading out into the streets.
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