It seems like civil unrest has become an increasingly common occurrence in America over the past few years. Over the years, we’ve seen a lot of protests turn violent, and in the years preceding, just about any controversial police shooting could spark a riot. As these incidents become commonplace, more people are becoming aware of just how tumultuous our nation really is. They want to know how they can protect themselves from civil unrest or avoid riots in the first place, especially if they live in urban areas.