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Mar 16, 2017
Mar 16, 2017
How the state exacerbated one of the country's biggest drug lab scandals
“The state has not only been remiss in correcting these faulty convictions; it’s actively hurt the process.”
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Jan 23, 2017
Jan 23, 2017
SJC hearing sets state on path to dismiss thousands of tainted convictions
SJC hearing confirms: prosecutors will drop thousands of tainted Dookhan drug convictions
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Jan 18, 2017
Jan 18, 2017
Massachusetts supreme court: district attorneys should dismiss thousands of tainted Dookhan convictions
The ruling is a major victory for justice, fairness, and tens of thousands of people who were wrongfully convicted.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Jan 17, 2017
Jan 03, 2017
Jan 03, 2017
ACLU Freedom Agenda: pushing back against threats of a Trump presidency
The people of Massachusetts must prepare to take a stand for freedom—even when it is uncomfortable or unpopular to do so.
Nov 09, 2016
Nov 09, 2016
Massachusetts voters legalize marijuana, and ACLU sets sights on successful implementation
We must implement the will of the voters and create safe, legal access to marijuana by adults.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Oct 27, 2016
Oct 27, 2016
Oct 27, 2016
Vote facts, not "Reefer Madness": Say YES to Question 4
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Oct 25, 2016
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