There isn’t a formal process the way there is with death wills, but an arrest will should contain information about what your close friends/family should do if you’re arrested at an action.

Do you have someone who can take care of your pets? Is there someone specific you want contacted? Do you need someone to lie to your boss about why you’ll be missing work? Do your loved ones know your preferred lawyer? There’s a lot of things to consider, and you should do it before you go out protesting.

Write up what needs to happen if you get arrested, share the information with your trusted contacts, and make sure you don’t just disappear into the court system with no game plan.

It’s scary, but important! Make your arrest will today!