LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – With large scale protests planned in Southern Nevada, the ACLU is reminding people that the right to demonstrate comes with responsibilities. Executive director Athar Hasibullah explained there are several things to keep in mind to have a safe and lawful protest.
“Specifically, here in Southern Nevada, where the majority of protests that occur are downtown and they’re on sidewalks,” Hasibullah said. “Now, oftentimes what we’ve seen is people find themselves subject to detention when they exit off the sidewalk and onto the street.”
To help avoid problems, the ACLU of Nevada has been circulating guides with safety information.
“I would probably say maybe the most important tip I can give for tonight is stay hydrated, it’s expected to be hot out still and it’s not always easy for people to access things there.”
The group encourages protesters to stay calm and share their location with someone they trust. They’ve also set up a hotline where people can call throughout the night to report any concerns.
“If there’s a detention that ends up occurring, if there is, there’s a specific incident that folks end up wanting to report or they see an officer engaging in misconduct or they see a protester engaging in misconduct, they’re able to use that line to report it,” Hasibullah said.
If you witness a protest-related rights violation or need help, the ACLU of Nevada’s dedicated hotline number is 702-659-7535.
Copyright 2025 KVVU. All rights reserved.
