Protecting Your Rights When Dealing with Police or Government Institutions

As a protester, it is essential to know your rights and how to protect them when interacting with law enforcement or government institutions. If your rights are violated, remain calm, assertive, and aware of your legal options. Follow these steps to ensure your safety and protect your rights:

Step 1: Document the Incident

Step 2: Identify Yourself and Confirm Your Rights

Step 3: Seek Legal Assistance

Step 4: Report the Incident

Additional Tips

Additional Information for Individuals and Groups Affiliated with State Institutions

As a representative of the state, you have a responsibility to protect the lives of citizens. In the event of orders to disperse a crowd using force and violence, do not obey illegal orders. Instead:

Remember

Your rights are inalienable:

Inform your family, friends, or children about your planned demonstrations, including the location and number of people attending, so that everyone can follow these steps to document all details.

In resolving incidents, it is essential to document the incident in all permissible ways (video photography, audio recording) and attach it to us in order to hold aggressors accountable in international legal frameworks.

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