Street Law Testimonials

Policing & Legal Experts Praise Street Law

	“I carefully read through the screenplay for Street Law thinking hard about what I would change or how I could contribute. I couldn’t find anything. I think Flex Your Rights has done a masterful job in putting this program together. I look forward to sharing Street Law with my students.” Dr. David E. Barlow, Professor and Chair, Department of Criminal Justice, Fayetteville State University & Author of Police in a Multicultural Society
	“As the criminal justice system continues to target people of color, Street Law is an essential first line of defense. While some elements of our government nationwide still cling to weak denials about profiling, this film provides valuable information that can protect people of color while we insist on long-term solutions to end bias-based policing.” *William H. Buckman, William H. Buckman Law Firm (see New York Times* profile)**
	“Street Law is a wonderful film that will educate all individuals about how to safely exercise their rights and protect themselves against abusive and illegal police behavior. It should be required viewing in high schools across the country.” Prof. Angela J. Davis, Professor of Law, American University Washington College of Law & former Director of the DC Public Defender Service, Author, Arbitrary Justice: The Power of the American Prosecutor
	“Good community policing is impossible when officers disrespect constitutional rights. Street Law will help citizens understand their rights and ensure that law enforcement is professional and accountable to the public.” Ronald E. Hampton, Executive Director of the National Black Police Association & former Community Police Officer for the Washington, DC Metropolitan Police Department.
	“Street Law will be a valuable teaching tool that can help citizens at all levels -- young and old -- to understand what they’re up against and how to protect themselves during the potentially volatile situation of an unexpected police encounter.” Prof. David A. Harris, Professor of Law and Values, The University of Toledo College of Law, Author of Profiles in Injustice: Why Racial Profiling Cannot Work & Good Cops: The Case for Preventive Policing
	“I read Street Law’s screenplay and am thoroughly pleased. It is well written, and I believe it realistically and fairly grasps the issue of racial profiling. Go forward!” Rev. Reginald T. Jackson, Executive Director, Black Ministers’ Council of New Jersey & Pastor, St. Matthew A.M.E. Church
	“I believe Street Law will make an extraordinary contribution to the cause of social justice. Only those police officers who disregard the law have something to fear from its message. As an ex-cop, I thank Flex Your Rights for all you’ve done and continue to do.” Norm Stamper, Ph.D., Former Chief of the Seattle Police Department & Author of Breaking Rank: A Top Cop’s Expose of the Dark Side of American Policing
	“Street Law is an outstanding screenplay that resonates with authenticity, ripples with humor, and draws blood with its pointed examination of law enforcement in our cities. America's urban youth will love this movie, which talks straight and provides crucial, relevant advice on how to use America’s unique Constitutional protections. Two thumbs up.” Eric E. Sterling, Esq., President, Criminal Justice Policy Foundation & Adjunct Lecturer in Sociology, George Washington University
	“The law can be complicated, but by mastering Street Law’s basic legal survival skills, you can increase the chances of protecting your constitutional rights during stressful police encounters.” Nkechi Taifa, Esq., Senior Policy Analyst, Open Society Institute

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