Press Releases

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.

Feb 27, 2018

ACLU of Utah Files Lawsuit Over Illegal Search and Unlawful Detention by Federal Agents

The ACLU of Utah filed a lawsuit over two SWAT-style, home raids on a Utah family living in Heber City in April 2017.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights, Criminal Legal System
Court Cases: Ramirez v. Reddish (2018)
Sep 19, 2017

ACLU of Utah Statement on Operation Rio Grande (UPDATED)

After five weeks of implementation activity under the umbrella of this operation, the ACLU of Utah has seen very little to change our original assessment of this law-enforcement-heavy effort as “business as usual.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal System
Aug 16, 2017

ACLU of Utah Statement on Operation Rio Grande

The ACLU of Utah has been asked by some community partners and media representatives to share observations about “Operation Rio Grande,” the multi-agency law enforcement effort launched this week in the Rio Grande neighborhood of Salt Lake City.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal System