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Statement Regarding the Detention of Immigrants at Hudson County Correctional Facility
We, the undersigned organizations, submit this statement in support of immigrant communities directly impacted by the current contract between Hudson County and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement ("ICE") to detain immigrants at Hudson County Correctional Facility.
AG Guidance Advises Weighing Impact of a Marijuana Prosecution
New AG guidance urges prosecutors to consider impact of charges, demonstrates need for legalization
Religious Leaders Sue to Void Hudson County’s Non-Transparent ICE Vote
Violating NJ Sunshine Law, Board told public that vote on controversial ICE contract had been postponed, then ramrodded it through after meeting started.
ACLU-NJ Sues 12 School Districts That Unconstitutionally Discriminate Against Immigrants
State ID requirements in 12 districts across 10 counties, counter to Constitution, are especially disturbing in current climate
AG Letter a Step Toward Reform of Unjust Marijuana Prosecutions
In a letter (PDF) sent to all county and municipal prosecutors in the state, Attorney General Gurbir S.