In today's complex world, understanding your fundamental legal rights is essential for personal safety, protection, and confident engagement with law enforcement.
Join us for this free, interactive Know Your Rights training tailored specifically for the residents of Chicago and Illinois. Whether you are a community organizer, an immigrant, a student, or a concerned citizen, this session will equip you with the practical knowledge you need to navigate encounters with police and federal agents.
What You Will Learn:
Your Rights Under the 4th and 5th Amendments: Understand your right to remain silent and your protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Encounters with Police: What to do (and what not to do) during stops, questioning, traffic interactions, and home visits.
Know Your Miranda Rights: When and how to assert your right to counsel.
Digital Privacy: Your rights regarding cell phones and other electronic devices.
Documentation and Reporting: How to safely and legally document encounters and file a complaint.
Focus on Local Laws: Information specific to Illinois statutes and Chicago Police Department policies.
We believe that informed citizens build stronger, safer communities. This training will include real-life scenarios and a Q&A session with [mention the type of expert, e.g., legal experts, civil rights advocates, community organizers].