The First Amendment of the United States Constitution ensures us the right to freedom of speech and protest. This right applies to everyone who lives in the U.S. You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to enjoy the right to free speech and protest. However, limitations on time, manner and place can be placed on this right. These would include violating a curfew and going onto private property, for example. You can be arrested if you stay out past a curfew or protest on private property.
Whenever you protest, there is the possibility of police contact or an arrest. Be honest with yourself about your tolerance for police contact and how this will affect you and your future as you read about your rights, so that you act accordingly. Understand that civil disobedience is different than constitutionally-protected free speech and protest. This advice may be particularly important for immigrants who are not U.S. citizens and whose status might be affected by an arrest and conviction.