Know Your Rights: First Amendment

Do you know your rights? These easy-to-use resources were created by the ACLU so you can have your rights at your fingertips.

These resources are not a substitute for legal advice. If you believe your rights have been violated, please contact us.

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Know Your Rights: Protesting Police Brutality

The right to protest is fundamental to our democracy and enshrined in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

June 2, 2020

Know Your Rights: Demonstrations and Protests

The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest.

June 1, 2020

Know Your Rights: Social Media Blocking

Social media pages for elected leaders and government organizations are public forums, and blocking individuals may be an unconstitutional restriction on their right to free speech.

February 23, 2018

Know Your Rights: At School

Students don't shed their Constitutional rights at the schoolhouse gate.

August 30, 2018

Know Your Rights: Religious Organizations and Political Activity

The right for individuals to practice religion, or no religion at all, is among the most fundamental of the freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights.

September 13, 2017

Know Your Rights: Student Walkouts and Political Speech

Students don't shed their constitutional rights at the schoolhouse door.

February 21, 2018