Social Media Under Fire: Navigating First Amendment Challenges in Public Safety

From tweets to tactics, navigate the legal minefield of social media—master the balance between public employee speech rights, investigative tools, and agency accountability, while staying on the right side of the Constitution and protecting your team in the digital age.

Social media is a powerful communication tool, but it brings unique legal challenges for public safety agencies. This course offers critical First Amendment insights, exploring the intersection of public employee speech rights, social media use in surveillance and investigations, and the moderation of agency social media platforms. Participants will learn about the legal boundaries of free speech, review real-world case studies, and examine the consequences of social media actions. Gain practical strategies for developing policies that protect your agency while upholding the constitutional rights of employees and the public.

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