What to Actually Keep in Your Pocket Before You Head Out
A few small, boring preparations do more for you than anything dramatic.
A physical ID, a fully charged phone (with a portable charger if possible), and a small paper note with 2-3 emergency contact numbers written down — phones get taken or die, paper doesn't.
Write the national legal aid number (15100) and a trusted contact's number somewhere you can access even without your phone. It sounds small; it consistently turns out to be the most useful thing people wish they'd done.
Comfortable shoes, water, and a basic first-aid item or two aren't legal advice, but they're exactly the practical prep that makes a long, unpredictable day safer.
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Should I bring my student ID or college ID?
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