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Feb 20, 2026
Barbara v. Trump – Class Action to Protect Birthright Citizenship
We're suing the Trump administration for trying to end birthright citizenship, a core American principle that is outlined in the plain language of the 14th Amendment. The case will be argued before the U.S. Supreme Court on April 1, 2026.
Jan 08, 2026
Robbins v. State of Maine – Protecting the Right to Counsel
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.
Feb 27, 2026
United States v. Maine – Protecting Youth Disability Rights
The State of Maine has a troubling history of failing to protect children with disabilities. After the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) launched an investigation that found Maine was discriminating against children with disabilities, the DOJ sued the state. The state and DOJ reached a settlement agreement that strengthened protections for Maine’s children under federal disability rights law.
The ACLU of Maine and its partners are now fighting to ensure that settlement remains in place and its protections are upheld.
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Aug 05, 2021
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.
Jun 23, 2021
United States v. Boyd
The ACLU of Maine submitted an amicus brief in support of suppressing evidence found during an unconstitutional and racially discriminatory stop.
Jun 23, 2021
Thurlow v. Nelson
The ACLU of Maine submitted an amicus brief defending the constitutionality of the state's law governing so-called Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation.
Mar 03, 2021
Immigration Legal Advocacy Project et al. v. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
The ACLU of Maine, Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP) and the Refugee and Human Rights Clinic (RHRC) at the University of Maine School of Law are suing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for information about its detention activities in Maine.
Feb 19, 2021
A.S. v. LincolnHealth
The ACLU of Maine filed an amicus brief supporting the due process rights of people who are involuntarily hospitalized in Maine.
Feb 02, 2021
ACLU of Maine Foundation v. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
The lawsuit seeks to compel USCIS to release information about how the Boston and Newark asylum offices assess asylum requests. The lawsuit comes after advocates observed a marked decrease in asylum approvals from the Boston Sub-Office, especially for asylum seekers from central African countries.
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