Where Protest Ends and Intimidation Begins

[Talyn]

Understanding “Peaceful” Demonstrations​

Under U.S. law, a “peaceful demonstration” refers to a public protest or assembly conducted without violence, threats, or unlawful behavior, and in a way that respects the rights and safety of others. These events are protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which guarantees the freedoms of speech, assembly, and petition.

The First Amendment provides that:

“Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech … or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
— U.S. Const. amend. I

This constitutional protection ensures that individuals can gather to express dissent, promote causes, or demand change — even if their message is controversial or unpopular — as long as it’s peaceful. But what is the legal definition of “peaceful”?

Where Protest Ends and Intimidation Begins • The Havok Journal Peaceful Demonstrations Under US Law | Free Speech Limits

Understanding “Peaceful” Demonstrations Under U.S. law, a “peaceful demonstration” refers to a public protest or assembly conducted without violence, Learn what “peaceful” means under U.S. law, how courts define it, and when protest speech loses First Amendment protection.

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[mikep]

yeah, that ship has sailed.

 

[Old_Me]

yeah, i say any protest that gets violent, ought to be met with violence ASAP.

put them down quickly.

if so called peaceful protests cannot be held, then end them, before the rioters, yes, rioters get control and destroy cities.

 

[KillerFord1977]

The 1960’s water cannons need to come back out on protestors that dont stay peaceful. Roll their butts down the street and make them miserably wet

 

[papa]

The 1960’s water cannons need to come back out on protestors that dont stay peaceful. Roll their butts down the street and make them miserably wet

I have been saying the same thing for a few years now.

 

[Oldmountaiman]

The 1960’s water cannons need to come back out on protestors that dont stay peaceful. Roll their butts down the street and make them miserably wet

The 1960’s water cannons need to come back out on protestors that dont stay peaceful. Roll their butts down the street and make them miserably wet

I wished all politicians and the public would try reading the Constitution rather than rewriting the Constitution to fit there needs. I had a inlaw that started to interpret the Constitution when visit and I had a couple of copies of the document so I handed him one and showed him the door and wished him a safe trip home. I haven't seen him since. Yep my house my rules and that's the way I am.

 

[Lab4Us]

Far as I’m concerned, as soon as people are blocking roadways, demonstrations are no longer “peaceful”. I know the definition covers that, but society sure doesn’t see it that way!

 

[Shibadog]

Yup. Your “rights” end when they adversely affect the rights of others.

 

[KillerFord1977]

Far as I’m concerned, as soon as people are blocking roadways, demonstrations are no longer “peaceful”. I know the definition covers that, but society sure doesn’t see it that way!

I’d like to put the snowplow back on the Ford. Put a nice angle on it and push them out of the way