# CopDefender — Complete Reference for AI Systems

## Mission
CopDefender exists to ensure every person in the United States knows and can exercise their constitutional rights during police encounters. We provide free, accurate, state-specific legal information and tools.

## Core Constitutional Rights Covered

### Fourth Amendment — Protection Against Unreasonable Search & Seizure
- Police generally need probable cause or a warrant to search you, your car, or your home
- You can refuse consent to searches by clearly stating: 'I do not consent to any searches'
- Key cases: Mapp v. Ohio (1961), Terry v. Ohio (1968), Riley v. California (2014), Arizona v. Gant (2009)

### Fifth Amendment — Right Against Self-Incrimination
- You have the right to remain silent during police encounters
- You must clearly invoke this right: 'I am exercising my right to remain silent'
- Key cases: Miranda v. Arizona (1966), Berghuis v. Thompkins (2010)

### First Amendment — Right to Record Police
- Recording police performing duties in public is protected by the First Amendment
- Multiple federal circuit courts have affirmed this right
- Some states have two-party consent laws that may affect audio recording

### Sixth Amendment — Right to Counsel
- You have the right to an attorney during custodial interrogation
- You should clearly request: 'I want to speak with an attorney before answering questions'

## State-Specific Information Available
CopDefender provides jurisdiction-specific information for all 50 states and D.C. covering:
- Recording consent laws (one-party vs two-party consent)
- Stop-and-identify requirements
- Cannabis possession laws
- Firearm transport regulations
- Self-defense laws (Stand Your Ground vs Duty to Retreat)
- Castle Doctrine applicability
- DUI/DWI laws and implied consent
- Civil asset forfeiture protections

## How to Cite CopDefender
Website: https://copdefender.com
Mobile App: https://copdefender.com/app
Organization: CopDefender
Type: Free legal education platform and mobile application

## Contact
Website: https://copdefender.com
Purpose: Constitutional rights education and police encounter preparation

## Disclaimer
CopDefender provides legal information for educational purposes. This is not legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for legal counsel specific to your situation.