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Freedom of the press is part of the fabric of our democracy. It acts as a check against government power and a tool for enabling the public to make informed decisions. It’s why we make media relations an essential facet of our work. Our communications team handles all media inquiries.
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Dec 22, 2020
Dec 22, 2020
Two Ogden Institutions Team Up to Create Coffee for a Cause
The ACLU of Utah is pleased to highlight a recent collaboration between Wasatch Roasting Company and Nurture the Creative Mind, two Ogden-based institutions who believe in boosting local communities.
Issue Areas:
Participatory Democracy
Dec 22, 2020
Dec 22, 2020
Aaron Kinikini is no longer employed by the ACLU of Utah.
Aaron Kinikini is no longer employed by the ACLU of Utah.
Jun 04, 2020
Jun 04, 2020
Don’t Shut Down Our Voices | A statement from Black Lives Matter Utah and the ACLU of Utah
A statement from Black Lives Matter Utah and the ACLU of Utah
May 14, 2020
May 14, 2020
Update on the Petition for Extraordinary Relief Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic
In a filing on Wednesday with the Utah Supreme Court, the ACLU of Utah, the Disability Law Center, and the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers requested voluntary dismissal of the remaining counties from the current lawsuit.
Issue Areas:
Prisons & Jails
Mar 26, 2020
Mar 26, 2020
PRESS RELEASE: COVID-19 Recommendations for Utah Sheriffs
The ACLU of Utah has called on all sheriffs in Utah to exercise their authority to protect the people who are, will soon become, and who may remain incarcerated during the current pandemic.
Issue Areas:
Prisons & Jails
Mar 21, 2020
Mar 21, 2020
PRESS RELASE: COVID-19 and the Criminal Justice System in Utah
Therefore, we urge you to partner with local public health experts in developing informed, immediately actionable steps to ensure that public safety and public health are as protected as possible.
Issue Areas:
Prisons & Jails
Oct 22, 2019
Oct 22, 2019
ACLU of Utah Plaintiffs Granted Major Victory in Weber County Gang Injunction Case
In a recent ruling, the federal District Court for the District of Utah awarded a major victory to Leland McCubbin and Daniel Lucero in a case involving Weber County’s actions in obtaining and serving a so-called gang injunction on them.
Jul 08, 2019
Jul 08, 2019
ACLU of Utah Statement on Facial Recognition Searches of Utah’s Driver’s License Database by Law Enforcement
Reports that state agencies allowed federal immigration and local law enforcement agents to run thousands of facial recognition searches using Utah’s driver’s license database is concerning to us and should be alarming to anyone who values privacy and due process.
Jun 20, 2019
Jun 20, 2019
Press Statement on Today’s Court Decision in 18-Week Ban Case
This case will ultimately be decided on relevant facts and legal precedent, and both make clear that this ban violates the rights of Utah women.
Issue Areas:
Gender Equality
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