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Dec 8, 2022
Dec 8, 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 Justice Law Reform
Nov 9, 2022
Nov 9, 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 Justice Law Reform
Nov 1, 2022
Nov 1, 2022
ONE WEEK TO ELECTION DAY: “Know Your Sheriff” campaign drives get-out-the-vote efforts
With one week until Election Day, the ACLU of Massachusetts is continuing its efforts to encourage voters to make a plan to vote and to empower them to vote down ballot.
Oct 6, 2022
Oct 6, 2022
ACLU of Massachusetts statement on executive order pardoning people with federal convictions for simple marijuana possession
Because of this executive action, thousands of people haunted by a criminal conviction now have the possibility of fewer barriers to housing, employment, education, and stability.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Justice Law Reform
Sep 7, 2022
Sep 7, 2022
ACLU statement on Massachusetts voter turnout in sheriff primaries
The "Know Your Sheriff" campaign has contributed to a meaningful conversation about the life-changing impacts sheriffs have on people, and the power of voters to demand safer communities for all.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Justice Law Reform
Aug 23, 2022
Aug 23, 2022
ACLU, Boston Public Library launch voter education series on sheriffs, district attorneys
Through this partnership with the Boston Public Library and our public education campaigns, we want voters to know: Our key civil liberties are on the ballot this fall, and we must all make our voices heard at the ballot box.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Justice Law Reform
Aug 9, 2022
Aug 9, 2022
“Know Your Sheriff” campaign publishes candidate questionnaires in Get-Out-the-Vote efforts
About one month before Massachusetts’ primary election, the “Know Your Sheriff” campaign—a statewide voter education initiative launched by the ACLU of Massachusetts—has published questionnaire responses from sheriff candidates and incumbents.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Justice Law Reform
Jun 21, 2022
Jun 21, 2022
ACLU, family sue Boston police for wrongful death of Shayne Stilphen
The ACLU of Massachusetts, together with law firm Goodwin Procter LLP, filed a civil rights lawsuit on behalf of the family of Shayne Stilphen for his wrongful death while in the custody of the Boston Police Department.
May 31, 2022
May 31, 2022
ACLU of Massachusetts launches new digital tool to “Know Your Sheriff”
After a recent poll showed just 17% of Massachusetts voters can correctly name their local sheriff, the ACLU has released a new digital tool to help voters learn about their sheriff.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Justice Law Reform
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