Safety and arrest response protocols for journalists

1. Pre-Assignment Safety Planning

Before covering protests, court proceedings, policing, immigration enforcement or other government actions:

• Risk assessment: Editors and reporters should discuss potential risks (arrest, equipment seizure, harassment, detention) before assignment.
• Credentials: Ensure journalists carry press credentials and understand that credentials do not guarantee protection.
• Emergency contacts: Reporters should share:
  • A primary editor contact
  • A legal contact
  • An emergency personal contact

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