If a search follows the standard international legislation and has a legal and legit- imate goal then there is no point in even thinking about confronting or reducing the threat of a search. You have to open the door and consider only the previ- ous steps on acting on the consequences. However, if searches are used as a systematic way to hinder the work of HRD and social organisations, then corre- sponding action should be taken.

In order to confront and reduce the threat of a legal search, the best strategy is to raise their political cost through public campaigns and advocacy, preferably in collaboration with other organisations and institutions.

If there is a risk of an illegal search (or robbery) it is important to improve as much as possible the security of the house, office or the premises.

This all applies whether your office/home is in an urban or a rural area.