Please note these safety recommendations do not consitute legal advice or promote any specific action.

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• Make sure you have water and are dressed comfortably for both the weather and the activity you will be participating in.​​

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• You may want to memorize important telephone numbers or write them on your body, including the National Lawyers Guild’s telephone number (212-679-5100) in case you get arrested.

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• Consider bringing identification: While there is no legal requirement for you to carry identification, if you don’t have identification and get arrested, your time in custody may be longer as police can detain you until you can be identified.

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• The NYCLU has provided the handy graphic below which details your rights as a protester. It is optimzed for mobile devices. You can save it as your lock screen so you do not need to unlock your phone in order to access it. You can also visit their website for more tips on how to stay safe and protect your rights when protesting.

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• When in doubt, remember to STFU.​​