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Mar 01, 2022
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

Protecting the Right to Counsel – Robbins v. State of Maine

We're suing the state for failing to provide effective legal assistance to people who cannot afford their own attorney – just as the Sixth Amendment demands. A person’s freedom should never depend on their wealth.

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Aug 05, 2021
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

Defending the Right to Remain Silent During Police Interrogations — State of Maine v. Derric McLain

We filed a friend-of-the-court brief arguing that Maine's constitution should provide stronger protection for Miranda rights than current federal law. You have rights when you are interrogated by the police, and police should never be allowed to violate your rights and coerce a confession.
Court Case
Jul 31, 2019
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

Reining In Unchecked Police Power – Gaul v. York County, et al.

We're suing to protect Maine's people from unreasonable warrantless arrests after a York County man was detained, arrested, and strip searched for a minor, nonviolent misdemeanor charge – all without a warrant or any public safety or flight risk.
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Nov 05, 2018
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

Smith v. Aroostook County

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Jul 26, 2018
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

Smith v. Fitzpatrick, et al.

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Mar 14, 2018
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Ali v. Long Creek, et al.

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Oct 18, 2016
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

Filler v. Kellett (amicus brief)

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Sep 08, 2016
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

State of Maine v. Micah Day