A brochure which gives detailed information and instructions on filing a complaint with the Utica Police Department. Read in full here.

A detailed guide on interacting with law enforcement, preparing for a protest, engaging in a protest, next steps if you've been arrested, etc. Read the full guide here.

A brochure intended to inform people in Central New York about the basic rules governing demonstrations and other types of free speech in public spaces. Central New Yorkers have the right to engage in peaceful protest activity on public sidewalks, in public parks, squares, plazas and on public streets in their communities. Learn more about these rights by reading the full brochure.

The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest. However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the exercise of speech rights. Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading out into the streets. Read here.

The National Lawyers Guild Mass Defense Program is a network of activists, community members, organizers, legal workers, law students, and lawyers providing legal support for protests and movements taking an abolitionist, anti-racist, anti-capitalist, and anti-imperialist approach to human rights work. Learn more and support their work.