Empowering Civil Rights: Safety Tips from Attorney Tyrone Glover
Safety Tips Cheat Sheet:
Know Your Rights:
Understand your constitutional rights, both nationally and locally in Colorado.
Educate yourself on your civil rights to remain calm and in control during unexpected situations.
Be Aware of Your Surroundings:
Practice situational awareness, especially in environments with a high police presence or during large events.
Identify safe cover, exits, and potential threats by paying attention to nonverbal cues.
Have a Plan:
Prepare for encounters with law enforcement by pulling over promptly in well-lit, public areas during traffic stops.
Keep essential documents like license, registration, and proof of insurance easily accessible.
Establish an accountability buddy for protests and carry necessary safety items like water and first aid supplies.
Utilize recording devices to document interactions, as recording in public is generally allowed in Colorado.
Document Everything:
Take notes of important details such as times, places, and witnesses.
Collect contact information and document injuries with photographs.
Consider making voice or video logs on your phone for immediate documentation.