Know Your Rights Guides for Free Speech
Learn about your rights to speak, protest, publish, document, and dissent freely.
Dec 23, 2024
Free Speech, Protests & Demonstrations
Both the California Constitution and the First Amendment to the United States Constitution protect your right to free expression. However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the exercise of speech rights.
Oct 22, 2025
Taking Video or Photos of Law Enforcement
Taking photographs of things that are plainly visible from public spaces is a constitutional right.
Sep 12, 2024
Free Speech at Colleges and Universities
constitutional provisions prohibit officials at public colleges and universities from establishing or enforcing disciplinary rules that punish protected expression. But there are some limits.
Aug 17, 2023
Free Speech Rights of Public School Teachers in California
As a public school teacher in California, you have free speech rights inside and outside of the classroom.
