Guides and Links

This page is designed to grow with you. Our collection of guides and links will continue to expand, covering new topics and resources as they become relevant. Whether you are learning about your rights for the first time, searching for detailed explanations, or looking for trusted places to fact-check information, this section is here to make knowledge accessible and practical. We hope to eventually touch on every topic that matters, so that anyone—no matter their background—can find tools to understand and navigate government, law, and justice with confidence.

Bill of Rights – What It Really Means for You

Contacting Your Representatives – Your Voice, Your Right

How to Read Supreme Court Cases Without Getting Lost

Understanding the Criminal Trial Process

Police Stops: What to Do and What NOT to Do

State Constitutions and Laws – Your Local Rulebook

Voting & Elections – Protecting Your Voice

Legal Terms Glossary – Speak the Language

Women’s Health & Legal Rights

Quick Link Library

ACLU Full Coverage

National Archives Bill of Rights

Congress.gov Law Process

ACLU Rights Breakdown

NCC Constitution 101

Bill of Rights Translated

Bill of Rights – What It Really Means for You

The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, and it spells out your most basic freedoms. Think of it as the “rules” that protect you from the government overstepping — like your right to free speech, the right to practice your religion, the right to have a lawyer, or protection from illegal searches. Many people hear “Bill of Rights” in school but never connect it to real life. This guide is here to show you how those rights matter the next time you’re online, in a protest, pulled over, or even in court.

Contacting Your Representatives – Your Voice, Your Right

Whether it’s Congress, your governor, or even your city council, these people work for you. A lot of folks don’t realize you can call, email, or write to them directly — and they actually keep track of what their voters are saying. Reaching out doesn’t mean you need fancy words; it means telling them what matters to you in plain English. The squeaky wheel gets the grease, and in politics, the people who speak up get noticed.

Finding your House Representative

Who Are My State Legislators?

Watch Congress Live or On Demand

How to Read Supreme Court Cases Without Getting Lost

When people talk about “landmark cases” like Miranda v. Arizona or Brown v. Board of Education, it can sound overwhelming. But reading a Supreme Court case doesn’t have to feel like decoding another language. Here’s the breakdown: the majority opinion explains the Court’s decision, dissenting opinions show who disagreed and why, and the holding is the actual “rule” the case created. If you know what section to look at, you can pull the important meaning out in minutes instead of hours.

What is SCOTUS?

Supreme Court Procedure

Finding SCOTUS Cases + Audio

Understanding the Criminal Trial Process

The legal process can feel like a maze. First there’s an arrest, then an arraignment where charges are read, then hearings, trial, and sometimes appeals. Each step has its own rules and protections for you. For example, you have the right to a lawyer, the right to know the evidence against you, and the right to a fair trial. Knowing the roadmap doesn’t just help if you’re in the system — it also helps you follow the news or support a friend or family member going through it.

Federal Criminal Process

Criminal Justice Flow Chart

Police Stops: What to Do and What NOT to Do

Getting pulled over or stopped by police is stressful, but knowing your rights can change everything. You have the right to remain silent (except for giving your ID in certain situations), the right to refuse a search if there’s no warrant, and the right to ask if you’re free to leave. Staying calm and respectful protects you, but so does knowing what the officer is legally allowed to do. This isn’t about “beating the police” — it’s about protecting yourself and making sure the law works the way it’s supposed to.

ACLU Stopped By Police

Stop and Frisk PDF

State Constitutions and Laws – Your Local Rulebook

A lot of people don’t realize that in addition to the U.S. Constitution, every state has its own constitution and set of laws. These can give you more protections than federal law, not fewer. For example, some states have stronger privacy laws, or different rules about voting. If you want to really understand your rights, you need to know both the U.S. rules and your state’s rules.

Find Your State Constitution

Legislation Online

Voting & Elections – Protecting Your Voice

Voting is the foundation of democracy, but it can get confusing with registration, deadlines, and different rules in every state. Missing one step can mean losing your chance to vote. The good news? You have resources that make it easy to register, check your status, and even see sample ballots before you vote. Whether it’s local elections or the presidency, your vote is your power.

Timeline of Voting Rights

Upcoming 25-26 Voting Calendar

Legal Terms Glossary – Speak the Language

Ever sat in court or watched the news and thought, “What does that word even mean?” The law is full of jargon that can make people feel left out. Words like “arraignment,” “due process,” or “precedent” aren’t meant to confuse you, but they often do. Having a simple dictionary for legal words means you can follow along, ask the right questions, and not get lost in translation.

Cornell Wex LookUp

U.S. Courts Glossary

Women’s Health & Legal Rights

Reproductive health laws are constantly changing, and it’s easy to feel lost. Knowing your rights when it comes to birth control, abortion, and healthcare access is essential. These aren’t just “women’s issues” — they’re human rights issues. Whether you need care or just want to understand the debate, these resources give clear, fact-checked information.

Planned Parenthood Information

Women's Health.gov

Quick Link Library

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