Resources
We provide tools and guidance for state and local election officials, law enforcement leaders, pro-democracy partners, the press, and the public. Our resources focus on election protection, accountability, truth in elections, and preventing political violence.
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Best Practices, Law Enforcement Guidance
November 10, 2022
Empowering Democracy: What Police Need to Know About Protecting the Count
Best Practices, Fact Sheets, Law Enforcement Guidance, Reports
November 6, 2022
Midterm Election Season Resources
States United has developed a collection of election season resources for state officials, law enforcement leaders, pro-democracy groups and journalists.
Law Enforcement Guidance, Public Safety Fact Sheets
November 5, 2022
Empowering Democracy: What Police Need to Know at the Polls
Law Enforcement Guidance, Public Safety Fact Sheets
November 3, 2022
The First Amendment and the Government’s Authority to Regulate Poll Observer Conduct
Best Practices, Law Enforcement Guidance
November 3, 2022
Managing Vehicular Protests During Election Season
Law Enforcement Guidance
June 1, 2022
Threats to Election Officials: Informational Guide for Law Enforcement
Across the country, hundreds of thousands of people play a role in administering our elections, keeping them free, fair, and safe. These are the public servants and community leaders who make American democracy work—from governors and secretaries of state, to local and county officials, to temporary workers staffing the polls.
Law Enforcement Guidance
April 15, 2022
Countering Bigotry and Extremism in the Ranks: A First Amendment Guide for Law Enforcement Agencies
The overwhelming majority of law enforcement officers serve their communities with honor, integrity, and respect for the oath they took to serve and protect. Americans across the political spectrum are grateful for their work and dedication.