Exercising your Freedom of Expression
What do I need to
do so I am able to demonstrate?
If a person wishes to demonstrate they must
obtain a demonstration permit from the City of Miami Police
Department Special Events office located at 400 NW 2nd Ave.
For details, call (305) 579-6440.
The individual applying for the permit will
need to fill out an application and submit a copy of their
driver’s license. On the application, the person will
need to state the purpose of the demonstration, number of
participants, requested demonstration site, start and end
time, and date of occurrence. There is no charge for this
type of permit, however, the police department has the right
to determine the final demonstration site, and time and
limitations that apply based on other prior requests. This
is done to ensure that everyone's safety and First Amendment
rights are protected.
The applicant must maintain a copy of this
permit with them at all times while at the demonstration
site.
Recommendations
What
extra security precautions should one expect during the
event days?
The
City of Miami, with the assistance of other police departments
in the area will have uniform police presence in downtown
Miami. A perimeter will be set up around the hotels where
the ABF and Ministerial meetings are taking place. Only
individuals that have legitimate reasons to be in the area,
and have proper credentials, will be granted entry.
Additional
Information
What
number can I call to receive additional FTAA information?
For
FTAA information before the event, you can call (305) 375-3734,
Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. During the
week of the event, you can call Miami-Dade’s Answer
Center at (305) 468-5900. The Answer Center will offer information
to residents who need to find out what is going on in downtown
Miami related to the FTAA, road closures, etc. Staff will
be ready to answer questions in English, Spanish and Haitian
Creole Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Will
an information hotline be set up or other special communications
to provide quick updates about changes and responses to
real time events?
The
City of Miami Police Department Rumor Control will be activated
during the week of the events. The number is 305-579-1800.
Additionally, Miami-Dade County‘s Answer Center, (305)
468-5900 will be available with answers.
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