The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is monitoring the protests occurring in Los Angeles. The office emphasizes that law enforcement is essential for maintaining a civilized society. While standing on a corner with signs is considered exercising constitutional rights, this changes when it infringes upon another person's constitutional rights or freedoms. Activities such as blocking roads, damaging property, obstructing, or assaulting officers are deemed criminal acts.
The Sheriff's Office assures that it will protect the constitutional right of individuals to protest but will not tolerate any criminal activity associated with these protests. Anyone breaking the law, encouraging such behavior, or obstructing or assaulting officers will face arrest.
The commitment remains firm towards ensuring the safety of Riverside County residents and their property. Protests will be protected; however, criminal activities will not be tolerated.
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