St. Louis Jail and Legal Support

09/04/2025

04/12/2025

In recent years, Federal, State, and Local governments have increasingly criminalized protests and stepped up the prosecution of dissent.
In Atlanta, 61 people are facing RICO trials for alleged involvement in resistance to the construction of Cop City. The State uses imaginary associations and crimes, framed as RICO, as a means to break solidarity and momentum when movements are strong. Anti-repression is a response that uses an alternate imagination to strengthen solidarity and resistance.

Organizers on a nationwide tour are coming to St. Louis to discuss the history of the Atlanta forest, the resistance to Cop City, the history of RICO charges, legal updates, and connections to past and present struggles in St. Louis.

03/23/2025

St. Louis supporters of Palestinian rights should be prepared for visits from Trump’s FBI
*IF AN AGENT KNOCKS*

Provided here is not legal advice on behalf of National SJP, but rather information on best practices when confronted with federal law enforcement. What we offer here are informative ways to respond, understandings of common tactics by agents, the consequences of engagement, and an emphasis on the importance of collective action. Read through as you strive to protect yourself, your community, and the movement.

Correctional Note: Warrants getting stale varies from state to state and so be sure to check out your state rules for more information.

02/23/2025

Es un HECHO que ICE no puede ejercer arrestos o redadas sin orden judicial ni detenciones de tráfico por su propia discreción. Hay leyes estrictas que deben seguir gracias al Acuerdo Castañon Nava que protege a las comunidades de inmigrantes.

02/23/2025

ICE can’t legally conduct warrantless arrests or vehicle stops at their own discretion thanks to the settlement in the Castañon Nava case that protects immigrant communities. (set to expire May 13, 2015)

02/23/2025

If ICE activity is observed, try to confirm this and send as many details as available to a hotline hosted by several known area organizations. Support, including lawyers, is available.

10/30/2024

Tomorrow, October 31 at 9AM! Make a plan and bring a friend to support our friend Tauren. Come and show your support. Keep an eye on our stories for any changes to the room/ timing.

09/16/2024

UPDATE!! Court has been CANCELED FOR TODAY (Sept. 16). The hearing remains for next Monday (Sept. 25)

PACK THE COURT FOR FERGUSON ACTIVISTS! Ferguson Police have targeted Ferguson activists and we need to protect our people. Join us in showing the court that we have our people’s backs. Our silent presence is a powerful statement, and we respect defendants’ rights to have their voices heard in court. Court dress code prohibits flip flops, hats, shorts, signs, and banners. This is NOT a protest, but an act of solidarity with those targeted by Ferguson Police. Remain quiet to protect our people from harsher consequences.

TOMORROW: Monday. September 16, meet at 1PM in front of the court

Monday September 25, 1:30pm, Room 381, Div 7

All hearings take place at the St. Louis County Court Building at 105 S. Central Ave Clayton, MO, 63105. Changes to the time or location are typical, please check our stories for any last minute changes and feel free to DM us with questions.

09/16/2024

PACK THE COURT FOR FERGUSON ACTIVISTS! Ferguson Police have targeted Ferguson activists and we need to protect our people. Join us in showing the court that we have our people’s backs. Our silent presence is a powerful statement, and we respect defendants’ rights to have their voices heard in court. Court dress code prohibits flip flops, hats, shorts, signs, and banners. This is NOT a protest, but an act of solidarity with those targeted by Ferguson Police. Remain quiet to protect our people from harsher consequences.

TOMORROW: Monday. September 16, meet at 1PM in front of the court

Monday September 25, 1:30pm, Room 381, Div 7

All hearings take place at the St. Louis County Court Building at 105 S. Central Ave Clayton, MO, 63105. Changes to the time or location are typical, please check our stories for any last minute changes and feel free to DM us with questions.

08/23/2024

❗️ PACK THE COURT FOR FERGUSON PROTESTERS ❗️As police continue their targeted campaign against long-time Ferguson activists, we need to show up for our community members now more than ever! Join us in showing the court that we will always stand by our people. Our silent presence is a powerful statement of support, and we respect defendants’ rights to have their voices heard in court.

Mon, Aug 26, 9AM Room: Justice Center Div 35

Mon, Sept 9, 9AM Room: Justice Center Div 38

Wed, Sept 11, 1:30PM Room: Justice Center Div 35

While you’re adding court dates to your calendar, please include the date from for a Community Courtwatch for Khalifah, who is facing the death penalty for a crime he did not commit!

Wed, Aug 28, 8:30AM in the 3rd Floor Overflow Room

Court dress code prohibits flip flops, shorts, hats, signs, and banners. This is NOT a protest, but an act of solidarity. Please pack the court in quiet support to protect those targeted from harsher consequences.

All hearings take place at the St. Louis County Court Building at 105 S. Central Ave Clayton, MO 63105

08/11/2024

Minister Elijah is being held on a $500,000 cash only bond after being violently attacked by Ferguson Police on August 9th, the 10th Anniversary of a Ferguson Police officers murder of Michael Brown Jr. Police strangled him until he vomited and lost consciousness.

Please donate to help raise bail funds and cover legal expenses to defend Elijah from this ongoing state violence.