As a New Term Begins, Where Does the Supreme Court Stand on Criminal Justice?
Here’s what past criminal law rulings tell us about how the justices may interpret the law moving forward.
Defending Equality, Liberty & Justice in Maine
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Know Your Rights: Back to School
Attacks against students' and teachers' rights are happening throughout the country, from book bans to curriculum that denies historical facts. Know your rights this school year.
Unchecked Growth: Private Prison Corporations and Immigration Detention, Three Years Into the Biden Administration
In July, more than 90 percent of the average 30,000 people held daily in ICE detention were housed in private facilities, as private corporation revenues from immigrant detention soar.
PRESS RELEASES
We're Demanding Portland Stop Criminalizing Homelessness, Invest in Real Solutions
We're asking Portland City Council to vote no on a proposed order that would fail to invest in adequate shelter while the city increases dangerous sweeps.
ACLU Releases Know Your Rights: Back to School
We just released new materials so you can know your rights in Maine schools, whether you're a student, teacher, or staff. Learn more and know your rights.
Maine Supreme Judicial Court Finds Government Agency Acted In Bad Faith by Withholding Public Document
Our court victory has established a new standard to hold Maine's government accountable to the people.
