Focus Area: Basic Legal Concerns

This guide helps scientists navigate the First Amendment so they can be involved in their communities and the political process while minimizing concerns about negative repercussions in their professional lives.

What’s allowed and what's restricted when engaging in election-related activities like campaigning or fundraising for a candidate.

Our national network of lawyers at public and private universities serve as the first point of contact for researchers with questions about legal issues.

How researchers can safely and effectively participate in protests and marches.

What scientists can do and what they should avoid when advocating for science with elected representatives and elsewhere.

Scientists must be prepared for politically-motivated attacks. We produced this guide to educate scientists about the legal risks they may face.