Southern University Criminal Justice Club to host event to inform students of constitutional rights

The Southern University Criminal Justice Club will host “Real Talk: Know Your Rights,” an informative event aimed at educating students on their constitutional rights and how to safely navigate interactions with law enforcement, particularly during traffic stops.

Guests will hear from several law enforcement officials and criminal justice professionals on key legal topics including probable cause, search and seizure, and stop-and-frisk. The event aims to foster open dialogue and build awareness around legal rights and responsibilities.

Panelists include:

• Fmr. Judge C. Hunter King, Southern University professor

• Chief Joycelyn Johnson, Southern University Police Department

• Sgt. Regina Williams, Southern University Police Department

• Lt. L’Jean McKneely, Baton Rouge Police Department

• Deputy Chief Myron Daniels, Baton Rouge Police Department

• Capt. Johnnie Brown, Louisiana State Police

• Lt. Talmadge Dixon Sr., Louisiana State Police

• Dr. Jason Matthews, Homeland Security

• Gerry L. Coleman, retired FBI

The event is open and free to the public. It begins at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, in the Rodney Higgins Hall Atrium.