Know Your Rights Forums, Debates related : AZ IMC

October 6th: especially for residents around Gammage-
During the Presidential Debate at Gammage Auditorium at ASU on October 13th, there will be heightened security in the area. Police will be blocking roads and restricting movement. There will be several law enforcement agencies protecting the presidential candidates and the Debate itself.
During this time, if you are in the area, you will likely interact with law enforcement. Phoenix Copwatch is hosting a know-your-rights forum to educate local residents (anyone is welcome) about their rights. Suzanne Sanchez, a lawyer for the Maricopa County Public Defender's Office will talk about your rights and will be able to answer general questions.
When: Wednesday October 6, 2004, 7pm
Where: ASU Main Campus, Memorial Union Building, Turquoise Room on the 2nd Floor

October 12th: especially for demonstrators around the Debate-
Thousands of people were arrested at the RNC for simply demonstrating there. You may or may not be arrested at the Debate, and you may or may not have your rights violated. Knowing your rights will empower you to make good decisions and to not be taken advantage of. Get educated. Eleanor Eisenberg from the AZCLU will be speaking about your rights the night before the Debate in Tempe.
When: Tuesday October 12, 2004, 5pm
Where: Gentle Strength Co-op, 234 W. University (1 block west of Mill Ave.), Activities Room

October 23rd: As part of the Oct 22 National Day Against Police Brutality events- (See Phoenix Copwatch's calendar for more information on the Oct 22 events.)
This will be a general know-your-rights forum.
When: Saturday October 23, 2004, 1-3pm
Where: Dobson Ranch Mesa Public Library, 2425 S. Dobson Road in Mesa, Meeting Room

Phoenix Copwatch is a citizen's group formed to combat abuse by the police in our community. We use a variety of means to fight police abuse including community patrols, videotaping and community education. Copwatch is completely independent from the police, all other law enforcement agencies, the government and all political parties. http://www.phoenixcopwatch.org

We are also training!
Join Phoenix COPWATCH and help stop police brutality and repression.

To Join Phoenix COPWATCH you must attend both of these Copwatch Trainings Sessions. They are FREE and open to the public.

Saturday October 9th and Sunday October 10th
noon to 2pm Location:
Gentle Strength Co-op in the small multipurpose room
234 W University (Just West of Mill on University at Ash)
If you want to attend please RSVP to either:

email - phoenix_copwatch@yahoo.com
phone - (602)330-3929