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Rights by Situation

Complete plain-language guides for every encounter type.

Traffic Stop

A law enforcement officer stops your vehicle for a suspected traffic violation or other reason.

Right to remain silent — you must identify yourself in most states, bu...

Pedestrian Stop

A law enforcement officer stops you while you are on foot, also known as a "stop and frisk" or "Terry stop."

Right to ask if you are being detained or free to go...

Arrest

You are being placed under arrest by law enforcement.

Miranda rights: You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say ...

Home Search

Law enforcement officers want to search your home or property.

4th Amendment right against unreasonable searches and seizures...

Protest & Demonstration

Your rights during public demonstrations, marches, and protests.

First Amendment right to peaceful assembly...

Workplace Rights

Your civil rights in the workplace — discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Right to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, se...

Housing Rights

Your civil rights in housing — discrimination, eviction, and habitability.

Right to be free from housing discrimination based on protected charac...