August 28, 2018
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Prosecutors and judges can stop harmful "generational incarceration" by looking at public safety with a trauma-informed eye on alternatives. Read more »
Racial Justice
The ACLU works to stop discrimination based on race and ethnicity and to ensure equal opportunities for communities of color. We fight racial bias and advance civil rights.
A guide for free & low-cost sexual health care in CA Learn more
Race and justice in schools. Read more
What are your rights with the police? Read More
Fixing school discipline to support students of color. Read More
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Events
September 6, 2018 - 6:00pm
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Join us on Sep. 6 at 6 p.m. for a free webinar to learn how YOU can build power with the ACLU and elect leaders who protect the rights of all. Read more
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August 22, 2018
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Frankie Guzman was 15 years old the first time he committed a crime. Even though it was his first offense, the prosecutor pushed for harsh punishment, ignoring an alternative path to rehabilitation. Read more »
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August 20, 2018
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Fresno County’s general plan violates California state law and ignores the needs of Fresno’s most vulnerable community members. Fresno should adopt a plan that includes the voices of all of its residents. Read more »
News
August 20, 2018
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Today, the Executive Directors of the ACLU California affiliates announced a change to the ACLU’s position on Senate Bill 10, the California Bail Reform Act. Read more
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August 17, 2018
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The Federal Court allowed the ACLU’s First Amendment challenge to California's execution viewing procedure to move forward, rejecting the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s attempt to deprive journalists of the right to view... Read more
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August 16, 2018
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Today, the Assembly Committee on Appropriations advanced SB 1421, legislation to open law enforcement misconduct and use of force records in California. Read more
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August 16, 2018
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Media Contact: Daisy Vieyra, (916) 442-1036 x613 Sacramento – Today, legislation to update California’s lethal use of force law was removed from the Senate Appropriations Committee and referred to the Senate Rules Committee before heading to the... Read more
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August 16, 2018
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In light of recent amendments, the ACLU of California’s position on SB 10 bail reform legislation is now neutral. Read more
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August 7, 2018
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A groundbreaking bill pending in California would bring this day-to-day local surveillance out of the shadows and give communities a way to fight back against surveillance systems that are disproportionately aimed at immigrants and people of color. Read more »