. Assume the state has a criminal statute that prohibits the advocating of violent means during a protest. What circumstances must present before a speaker can be arrested for unlawful advocacy? Explain.

Week 13 – The Challenge of Protests

Initial post: minimum 500 words

After successfully completing your studies at CALU you are consulted by a police agency (for a large fee, of course). The agency is trying to plan for a large protest within its jurisdiction that will occur on a scheduled date. Based upon the two required cases only, how would you advise the agency:

1. How should the agency handle protestors who start burning flags during the protest? Explain.

2. Assume the state has a criminal statute that prohibits the advocating of violent means during a protest. What circumstances must present before a speaker can be arrested for unlawful advocacy? Explain.