Press Releases

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U.S. Supreme Court issues groundbreaking victory for privacy rights

The Supreme Court told police they need a warrant to get your cell phone location history.

How is the Trump administration using facial recognition technology?

The powerful surveillance technology has serious implications for civil liberties.

Massachusetts has an opportunity to support net neutrality and advance internet privacy

Massachusetts is a leader in digital technology, and our consumer protection laws must reflect that.

New Report: Social media monitoring in Boston targets protected speech

The Boston Police used a surveillance system to conduct social media surveillance over three years.

Eleven travelers in groundbreaking case face substantial risk of future unconstitutional searches

ACLU to court: allow legal challenge to proceed against warrantless searches of traveler’s electronics.

Massachusetts House passes meaningful criminal justice reform

The House passed strong justice reforms and rejected dangerous surveillance amendments.

One step closer to major criminal justice reform in Massachusetts

The state senate successfully passed the first major criminal justice reform bill in years.

Nine Massachusetts district attorneys are prioritizing power over public safety and fairness

The district attorneys are attacking a bill that would help ensure the fair administration of justice.