Demonstrator Pocket List
Stay safe, stay prepared. This guide helps you plan ahead for any demonstration.
Must-Haves (But Carry as Little as Possible)
- A form of identification
- Cash for transit, food, and emergency needs
- Essential medication(s) you cannot safely miss (ideally in original bottle; multiple-day supply)
- Emergency numbers you can access without your phone:
- •Write (permanent marker) your emergency contact + lawyer/jail-support number on your arm
- •Also carry the numbers on a small paper slip or card in a pocket
- Mask (or two)
- Medical info card/bracelet (allergies, conditions) if relevant
Optional
- If you bring a phone, treat it like it might be lost or confiscated:
- •Strong passcode (not Face ID/fingerprint) and disable biometrics
- •Consider leaving your primary phone at home (or using a "minimal" phone if that's feasible for you)
Leave at Home
- Anything you're not willing to lose (extra cards, sentimental items, expensive accessories)
- Anything illegal or that could be construed as a weapon
Where Arrest Is a Possibility
Download the free ReadyNow! mobile app that helps you make an emergency plan & alert loved ones if you may be detained.
Stay informed, stay safe, stay connected. Your rights matter.