This lesson addresses the First Amendment rights of Freedom of Assembly and Freedom of Speech including the subtopics listed below:

• What are the recognized limits on a person’s constitutional right to assemble?

• When may law enforcement officers use force against protesters?

• What is symbolic speech?

• Does the First Amendment protect all speech, including fighting words and true threats?

• Are there limits on what people can say to law enforcement officers?

• Do people have the right to record police activities?

• What are the First Amendment rights of law enforcement officials?