DEMONSTRATIONS IN D.C.: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects “the freedom of speech” as well as “the right of the people peaceably to assemble.” So you have a constitutional right to demonstrate. Here’s some advice on how to exercise that right.

Demonstrations

Here’s some additional practical information you might need:

Permit information
D.C. hospital locations
Police precinct contact information

And here’s some more general Know Your Rights information:

Know Your Rights When Protesting
Know Your Rights When Photographing in Public
Know Your Rights with DC's Marijuana Laws

Record. Witness. Report. Mobile Justice

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  • Freedom of Speech and Association

Permits to Demonstrate in DC

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CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS MANIFESTACIONES EN D.C.

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Demonstrations in D.C.

The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest. Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading out into the streets.