Know Your Rights Guides for Police Encounters and Law Enforcement Accountability
Law enforcement encounters can be stressful and scary. Knowing your rights can help you stay safe. And if your rights are violated, you should know how to use the law to seek accountability.
Apr 04, 2025
Police Interactions
This guide provides you practical information that could help you avoid more trouble or potentially harmful situations.
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 – and that includes federal buildings, transportation facilities, and police and other government officials carrying out their duties.
May 25, 2023
What to Do if You're Stopped, Searched, or Swept While Unhoused
If you are unhoused, you have rights. This resource will provide recommendations for how to navigate different scenarios when you encounter police.
Jan 10, 2019
Access to California Police Records
California law gives the public the right to see certain records relating to police misconduct and serious uses of force.
Feb 07, 2025
Local Law Enforcement and Immigration Under the California Values Act (SB 54)
The California Values Act (SB 54) prohibits local law enforcement from using its resources for immigration enforcement, with limited exceptions.
