The real solution is to avoid most urban areas, esp. ones in blue states.
If you have to go there, maintain situational awareness - stay the hell away from these people.
Face it, the cops won’t help you, and the courts in the blue areas will crucify you.
Face it, the cops won’t help you, and the courts in the blue areas will crucify you.
The exact advice I gave my sister who lives and works in the Bay area- Maintain a low profile and have a plan to leave. There is no one there in an official capacity willing to back you up.