Immigrant and Undocumented Persons Right to Protest
Immigrants and those who are not citizens may face extra legal risk when engaging in protests. An attorney could give you advice based on your personal situation, but the resources below will provide some general information that may be useful.
This article from the National Immigration Law Center (NILC) outlines the rights immigrant and undocumented workers have when engaging in protest activities.
This blog post provides introductory information to your rights to free speech and other constitutional protections as an immigrant. It includes links to a printable know-your-rights card and Guide to Protesting for Non-U.S. Citizens handout.
This blog post from Lawyers.com provides a brief overview of Supreme Court decisions and federal legislation related to the free speech rights of immigrants.
