Know Your Rights

As the Bush administration continues to hammer away at your civil rights, here's some timely advice even if you don't plan on protesting in New York next week.

If the police question you, including asking your name, you may say nothing and walk away.

If the police prevent you from leaving, ask, “Am I free to go?”

If “YES,” you may say nothing and walk away.

If “NO,” say, “I wish to remain silent. I want to talk to a lawyer,” and wait for the police to arrest or release you."

--Advice from The National Lawyers Guild.

The Guild will also be providing Legal Observers, identified by their distinctive green hats, to monitor any violation of constitutional rights and to document any arrests of protestors during the RNC.
[Thanks to Leigh Meyers]