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Jan 04, 2023
Jan 04, 2023
Statement of ACLU of Massachusetts on Barnstable County plans to terminate 287(g) agreement
Barnstable County Sheriff Buckley’s swift move to end Massachusetts’ last county contract shows that local sheriffs can and should work every day to make communities safer and more just for all.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Dec 13, 2022
Dec 13, 2022
ACLU files public records lawsuit against MA agencies for withholding documents related to automatic license plate reader technology
Automatic license plate reader technology impacts several civil liberties. The public has a right to know how this technology is used in our state and local communities.
Issue Areas:
Privacy and Surveillance
Dec 08, 2022
Dec 08, 2022
Wrongful death lawsuit proceeds against Boston police officers
A federal judge yesterday denied two individual officers’ motion to dismiss in a case brought by the ACLU of Massachusetts and Goodwin Procter LLP on behalf of the estate of Shayne Stilphen. As a result, the wrongful death lawsuit will now proceed against all defendants in the case, including...
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Nov 18, 2022
Nov 18, 2022
ACLU Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Warrantless Pole Camera Surveillance
The American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU of Massachusetts, along with the law firms of Elkins, Auer, Rudof & Schiff and Thompson & Thompson PC, today filed a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court urging the court to decide whether long-term police use of a surveillance camera targeted at...
Issue Areas:
Privacy and Surveillance
Nov 09, 2022
Nov 09, 2022
ACLU of Massachusetts statement on election results
Massachusetts voters reaffirmed our Commonwealth as a welcoming place that defends dignity and equity for all by voting Yes on 4.
Issue Areas:
Voting Rights
Nov 09, 2022
Nov 09, 2022
“Know Your Sheriff” campaign boosts voter awareness, turnout
Voters delivered an unequivocal verdict last night: Massachusetts wants sheriffs who center public safety and justice by supporting individuals and strengthening communities.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Nov 04, 2022
Nov 04, 2022
Voter hotline to answer Election Day questions
The Massachusetts Election Protection Coalition today announced its nonpartisan reporting program for voters who encounter any problems when they vote. On Election Day, voters can report voting issues or ask questions by calling the toll-free number, 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683).
Issue Areas:
Voting Rights
Nov 02, 2022
Nov 02, 2022
ACLU of Massachusetts, Reproductive Equity Now, and Planned Parenthood Applaud $17.5 Million Investment in Reproductive Health Care Clinics, Providers in Economic Development Package
The Massachusetts Senate and House reached an agreement today on an economic development package that includes a $17.5 million investment to support reproductive health care providers, clinic security, and reproductive health workforce and educational needs. As part of this historic funding...
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Nov 02, 2022
Nov 02, 2022
ACLU statement on oral arguments in Massachusetts free speech case
The ACLU of Massachusetts filed an amicus brief urging the Commonwealth’s highest court to strike down the policy because it authorizes content-based and viewpoint-based discrimination in a forum specifically created for members of the public to provide feedback—including criticism...
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