Know Your Rights

This Know Your Rights Guide is intended to raise awareness of the most basic rights and liberties afforded Louisiana residents and provide practical information for situations when people have contact with police and the courts. It includes information for both adult and juvenile proceedings.

Disclaimer: This guide is not a substitute for legal counsel.

This resource was produced with assistance from the American Civil Liberties Union of Louisiana and the Youth Empowerment Project (New Orleans, LA).

The Know Your Rights Guide is available HERE