Training Courses

First Amendment Considerations for Public Safety

Date & Time:
  • May 26, 2027 - 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Location:
95 Main Street, Auburn, ME 04210
Agency:
Michael Cunniff
Training Hours:
8 hrs

Instructor: Michael A. Cunniff, Esq.

Date: May 26, 2027

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost: $279.00

Location: Dirigo Safety, LLC, 95 Main Street, Auburn, ME 04210

Registration Deadline: May 10th

Target Audience: Corrections, Dispatch, Law Enforcement, EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, and Prosecutors/DAs

This course is designed to provide law enforcement personnel and public safety officials with essential knowledge regarding the constitutional protections guaranteed by the First Amendment. While often discussed in contexts involving First Amendment auditors and protest activities, understanding the full scope—including both the rights and constraints—of freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of peaceful assembly, and freedom to petition the government benefits both law enforcement and the broader community.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the role of state and local law enforcement during First Amendment-related events
  • Develop preparedness strategies for potential First Amendment audits
  • Examine the limitations placed on law enforcement officer speech
  • Explore exceptions to First Amendment protections for freedom of speech

Equipment Required: None