How Do You Protect A Disabled Persons Civil Rights?
A civil right is any right or privilege enforceable by law. Civil rights include freedom of press, speech, assembly, the right to vote, freedom from servitude and the right to public equality. Protecting the civil rights of the disabled is an important step to ensuring their quality of life. Understand that disabled persons are protected under the same laws and statues as you, and that they have specific protections in each state to ensure their civil rights are not violated. Be aware of equal access laws in your state or community. Disabled persons must have equal access to buildings, parking lots, restrooms and other public places. If the facility does not provide adequate access, violators should be reported. Look for signs allowing service animals in restaurants, movies and other public places. Disabled persons needing the assistance of service animals should not be denied access. Contact places of business that do not provide adequate space for wheel chairs in aisles and between s
