Know Your Rights
Everyone has basic rights under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws.
The phrase “knowledge is power” is certainly true when protecting your rights. The ACLU-D.C. has easy-to-use resources of “Know Your Rights” materials to help District residents understand their rights and react effectively when their rights are under threat.
If you believe your civil liberties or civil rights were violated, the best way to request help from the ACLU-D.C. is online at acludc.org/help
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Jan 02, 2017
What to Do When Faced with Anti-Muslim Discrimination
Recently, we have seen a particular rise in instances of discrimination against American Muslims and those perceived to be Muslim. Here's what you should know if you are faced with anti-Muslim discrimination.
Dec 01, 2016
If Stopped for Photographing in Public
Taking photographs and video of things that are plainly visible in public spaces is a constitutional right—and that includes transportation facilities, the outside of federal buildings, and police and other government officials carrying out their duties.
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