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The ACLU of New Jersey has media staff to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil liberties and constitutional freedoms. To schedule an interview with one of our experts, members of the press can call 973-854-1707 or send an email to press@aclu-nj.org. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.
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Jan 29, 2024
Jan 29, 2024
ACLU-NJ and ACLU National File Amicus in a Challenge to a Wrongful Arrest due to Face Recognition
Parks v. McCormac could be the first case in the country to generate a decision addressing critical questions about police misuse of face recognition technology.
Jun 08, 2023
Jun 08, 2023
New Jersey Appellate Division One of First Courts in Country to Rule on Constitutional Rights Related to Facial Recognition Technologies
The Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey recently affirmed that New Jerseyans have due process rights when they are subjected to the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement.
Aug 02, 2022
Aug 02, 2022
ACLU of New Jersey Launches Automated Injustice Project to Investigate Effect of Government Algorithms
The ACLU of New Jersey today launched the Automated Injustice Project to investigate how the state government’s use of artificial intelligence, algorithms, and automated decision systems affect the rights of all New Jerseyans.
Jun 10, 2022
Jun 10, 2022
Activists, represented by the ACLU-NJ, Win Dismissal of Order Restraining Protests Outside County Executive’s House
Representing protesters in a lawsuit brought by the Hudson County Executive, the ACLU of New Jersey today won dismissal of an initial order imposing strict limitations on their right to protest.
Mar 10, 2022
Mar 10, 2022
ACLU of New Jersey Calls for Total Ban on Use of Facial Recognition Technology by Law Enforcement
In comments to the NJ Attorney General, ACLU-NJ and partners caution against the uniquely dangerous threats to civil liberties and racial justice that facial recognition technology poses.
Mar 11, 2020
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Dec 16, 2019
Jun 10, 2019
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