Articles on Civil Rights Law

How to Stay in United States legally

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Many of illegal immigrants are hiding from Homeland Security Officers but majority of them just didn't care about their status as long as they are making money. You can be legal in United States by getting married with a U.S citizen and have a ... more »

How to Analyze the Patriot Act

By eHow Legal Editor

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The Patriot Act is a public law passed in October, 2001 to protect the citizens of the United States against future acts of terrorism. The full name of this act is Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to ... more »

How to find gay life in Dubai

By susanhenderson

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Same-sex relationships are illegal in Dubai and are, officially, not tolerated. However it doesn’t mean that there is no gay life in Dubai. Read here some tips and warnings for gay life in UEA... more »

How to Hire a Civil Rights Attorney

By eHow Legal Editor

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Discrimination can be an ugly fact of life for many of us, but that doesn't mean you should put up with intimidating or unfair behavior. If prejudice has made it hard for you to do your job, enjoy your life or live in peace, you should seek ... more »

How to Interpret Personal Liberty Laws

By eHow Legal Editor

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When the personal liberty laws were passed as a result of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1793, the laws distinguished the rights of freed and fugitive slaves. These laws were determined to be unconstitutional in 1842 by the U.S. Supreme Court in favor ... more »

How to Protect the Civil Rights of High School Students

By eHow Legal Editor

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Although the rights of students in high school have been continuously debated for years, all students share in some basic civil rights when they are inside a school building. Making sure that student's civil rights aren't violated is a great step ... more »

How to Protest a City Curfew

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Many cities throughout the United States have city curfew laws. Most of these laws are geared toward teenagers and are used as a means to cut down on truancy, to prevent crime and to discourage gang activity. While city curfew laws are generally ... more »

How to Use the Concept of Habeas Corpus

By llreynolds

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The right to use the privilege of habeas corpus is a central concept in our democracy, and we should know how it is applied. The idea that governments should not be able to jail citizens without reason was first proposed in the Magna Carta, ... more »

How to Avoid Being the Victim of Police Brutality

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This article explores how to avoid being the victim of police brutality... more »

How to Be Totally Fair During Jury Service

By Lindaperry

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Human beings, by nature, are not fair. Usually everyone's ideas of things are shaped by their previous experiences. So, how do humans remain totally fair during jury service? Is this even possible? Yes, it is possible if you understand the ... more »

How to Benefit From Title IX

By eHow Legal Editor

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The United States government, through Title IX, prohibits discrimination in education according to gender. All educational institutions that received federal funds must provide equal opportunities in all facets of education. This includes all ... more »

How to Build a 21st Century Village - Not

By w1z111

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Sometimes I can't help wonder what our society is heading for with all of its obsessions about who is living next door, and down the street, and in town, and so on. Seems we are becoming so afraid of our fellow man that we are alienating each ... more »

How to Comply With the Patriot Act

By eHow Legal Editor

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The "USA Patriot Act" is actually an acronym for "Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism." The Patriot Act is a law passed in 2001 to tighten up both domestic and ... more »

How to Deal With Religious Discrimination

By eHow Legal Editor

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Religious discrimination is unfortunately a problem in many cultures, and America is no exception to this insidious rule. Whether in the workplace or on the street, discrimination has simply taken on a more secretive and less obvious position in ... more »

How to Determine a Disability Benefit

By eHow Legal Editor

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When injury or illness prevents you from working it may cause stress and financial strain on your family. Disability benefits are available from several different sources to provide financial relief. Applying for disability benefits is often a ... more »

How to Exercise a Personal Liberty

By eHow Legal Editor

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The world is filled with nations seeking freedom from tyranny and oppression. American citizens understand that freedom comes at a great cost but often take that freedom for granted. Keep reading to learn how to exercise personal liberty as ... more »

How to File Police Excessive Force Complaints

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While the majority of police officers across the country perform their jobs in the proper manner, there are reports of excessive force in some isolated instances. If you happen to be the victim of excessive force by a police officer, you should ... more »

How to File Sexual Harassment Charges

By eHow Legal Editor

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In addition to making victims uncomfortable, sexual harassment violates two different federal laws. Sexual harassment in an educational environment is a violation of Title IX. Another illegal form of harassment occurs in the workplace and ... more »

How to Find and Hire a Lawyer for Gay/Lesbian Issues

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Ask yourself these vital questions before deciding on a lawyer: Are legal services an absolute necessity? Will the lawyer be sympathetic to gay and lesbians in general, in addition to my own specific set of circumstances?.. more »

How to Find Fair Housing Advice

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Fair housing laws are confusing and difficult to understand. When you believe that fair housing laws have been broken and that you are a victim of discrimination, the first thing you should do is find reliable advice on the subject. Here are some ... more »

How to Get a Copy of the Patriot Act

By eHow Legal Editor

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The USA Patriot Act is an acronym for Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism. The lengthy Patriot Act, as it is commonly called, was passed as public law 107-56 in October, ... more »

How to Handle Housing Discrimination

By eHow Personal Finance Editor

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Discrimination against particular groups of renters is illegal and wrong. If you can show you've been discriminated against, the law is on your side... more »

How to Infringe on a Personal Liberty

By eHow Legal Editor

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Although personal liberty is an abstract and fairly fluid concept, it is also the basis of modern democratic society. The right to exist in society as a free person who has the right to "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness," is what keeps ... more »

How to Make Sure Voting Rights Aren't Violated

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The Voting Rights Act is considered one of the most successful Civil Rights legislation ever passed by the U.S. Congress. It guarantees the rights protected by the 15th Amendment which grant all Americans the right to vote regardless of color, ... more »

How to not be a religious zealot

By bendelep

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It is a challenging thing to change the way you view yourself and your actions. But if everyone in the world could follow these rules, it would be a happier planet... more »

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