covering protests

This guide helps journalists understand their rights at protests and how to avoid arrest when reporting on these events.

A case involving a federal border agent could have serious implications for journalists’ First Amendment rights, says RCFP's Grayson Clary.

The use of surveillance drones at protests can raise profound First Amendment concerns, for protesters and the press alike.

Update: On Oct. 9, 2021, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed S.B. 98 into law. The Reporters Committee for Freedom of…

“No journalist should be arrested or prosecuted simply for doing their job,” said RCFP Executive Director Bruce Brown.

When should journalists contact RCFP's free Legal Hotline? And what should they expect when they do?

The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press and a coalition of 24 media organizations are calling on New York…

Update: On May 26, 2021, the Alamance County District Attorney’s Office dismissed the charges against Tomas Murawski. The Reporters Committee…

Update (Oct. 1, 2020): On Sept. 30, California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed S.B. 629, which would have strengthened protections for…

In June, RCFP supported the news outlets’ fight against the subpoena, arguing that it violated Washington’s shield law, First Amendment.