ACLU of Maine statement on Long Creek staff changes and criminal investigation
The Department of Corrections is changing oversight at Long Creek, and law enforcement are investigating allegations of dangerous use of force at the youth prison.
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Advocates renew calls for Governor Mills to close Long Creek
The calls come after reports of guards continuing to use dangerous force against incarcerated young people.
Maine Senate fails to pass critical drug reform bill, despite overwhelming support from advocates and voters
The Senate’s failure comes as Maine reports an average of 12 overdose deaths per week.
Maine enacts significant bail reform law
The law would reduce the number of people awaiting trial simply because of their poverty
Maine enacts strongest statewide facial recognition regulations in the country
The law received backing from the ACLU of Maine and Maine law enforcement
Major drug reform bill passes in Maine House, faces vote in Senate
In a significant step toward moving Maine’s drug policy away from punishment and toward evidence-based solutions, the Maine House voted 77-62 on Thursday to advance LD 967.