Legal Definitions - informational picketing

INFORMATIONAL PICKETING

Informational picketing is a type of protest where people gather outside a workplace or business to inform the public about a particular issue or cause. Unlike traditional picketing, informational picketing is not meant to disrupt the business or prevent people from entering or leaving the premises.

For example, a group of animal rights activists might conduct informational picketing outside a restaurant that serves foie gras to raise awareness about the inhumane treatment of ducks and geese. They might hold signs and distribute flyers to educate the public about the issue.

Another example could be a group of workers who are on strike to protest unfair labor practices by their employer. They might conduct informational picketing outside the company's headquarters to inform the public about their grievances and gain support for their cause.

Informational picketing is a peaceful way to raise awareness about a particular issue or cause. It allows people to express their views and educate the public without disrupting the normal operations of a business or workplace. The examples illustrate how different groups can use informational picketing to draw attention to their concerns and gain support for their cause.