Rights guide
Traffic stops
What to say, what to hand over, and what you can decline during a traffic stop.
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Start with your rights.
Plain-language guides for moments when it helps to know what to say, what to document, and where to slow down.
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Home searches
Understand the role of a warrant and how to respond when officers come to your door.
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Arrests
Review the rights that matter when you are placed under arrest, including what to say and what not to say.
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Police questioning
Prepare to invoke your right to remain silent and ask for an attorney.
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Court access
Find practical guidance for preparing to participate in a legal process.
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Legal terms
Translate unfamiliar language with the legal dictionary.
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Call 911 first.
If you need legal-aid referrals, call 211. If you want to talk with the ACLU Know Your Rights hotline, call 212-549-9907.
These guides provide educational information and are not legal advice.