An arrest is meant to follow strict legal procedures, but there are instances when police officers violate a person’s civil rights. Understanding these violations can help protect your rights if you find yourself in such a situation. Using excessive force Police...
Civil Liberties
How does Title IX protect students from gender discrimination?
Title IX is a federal law that bans gender discrimination in schools and programs that receive federal funding. This law helps ensure students across the United States have equal opportunities. Knowing how Title IX works can help students protect their rights and...
Civil rights and child protection laws
Governmental abuse of child protection laws can lead to serious civil rights violations. These laws are designed to protect the welfare of children, but when improperly applied, they can infringe upon constitutional rights such as due process and parental rights. The...
What is the biggest civil rights issue today?
Civil rights issues cover a wide range of topics, all important for ensuring fairness and justice for everyone. Among these, racial discrimination stands out as a major and widespread problem that affects various aspects of society, including schools, jobs, and...
Civil rights in digital spaces
As social media platforms continue to grow, they become common places where harassment and discrimination occur. This digital misconduct can affect anyone, but it often targets individuals based on their race, gender, religion or sexual orientation. As these online...
When are police officers using excessive force?
Excessive force by police officers occurs when someone with a badge uses more physical power than necessary to control a situation or apprehend a suspect. This issue is partially responsible for the rise in debates about law enforcement practices and the need for...
Report identifies housing rights violations across New York
New York Governor Kathy Hochul released a report showing how New York State is grappling with housing practices that the Civil Rights Fair Housing Act prohibits, including redlining. The authors of the report based their findings on community surveys that they...
Were your civil rights violated during your criminal trial?
In the United States, every person charged with a crime has specific civil rights. The Constitution protects these rights, which ensure fair treatment throughout the criminal trial. Violations of these rights can significantly impact the case. It is essential to...
The Supreme Court limits civil rights in criminal cases
In a ruling in 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court made some changes to the rights of individuals in criminal situations. When officers place someone under arrest, they have a legal obligation to read them their Miranda rights. Miranda rights inform about the civil rights a...
What are civil rights?
When dealing with law enforcement, you have to be aware of your civil rights. It is your duty to ensure officers do not violate your rights. They will try anything to get you to confess or admit your guilt, and while it may not be legal, it is your job to be aware of...