Press Releases
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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Apr 08, 2025
Apr 08, 2025
ACLU-NJ Celebrates Second Round of Releases Under its Clemency Project
Today’s announcement marks 129 people granted clemency under Governor Murphy.
Mar 24, 2025
Mar 24, 2025
ACLU-NJ Statement on Passage of S3507/A4652
S3507/A4652 is overbroad, vague, and risks undermining fundamental freedoms protected under the First Amendment, including the right to protest and assembly.
Jan 22, 2025
Jan 22, 2025
ACLU-NJ Statement on Passage of Laken Riley Act
The Laken Riley Act will separate people from their families and communities while enriching the private prison industry and laying the groundwork for President Trump’s extreme mass deportation agenda.
Jan 10, 2025
Jan 10, 2025
Advocacy Groups File Amicus Brief in Support of NJ Attorney General’s Supersession of Paterson Police Department
The power of supersession is a necessary tool to promote accountability of police and is inherent to the authority of the NJ Attorney General as the state’s chief law enforcement officer.
Dec 16, 2024
Dec 16, 2024
ACLU-NJ Celebrates First Releases from State Prison Under its Clemency Project
The ACLU of New Jersey celebrates the announced release of three people from state prison as the first group to be granted commutations by Governor Murphy under the organization's Clemency Project, an initiative to encourage the use of categorical clemency for the release of groups of people.
Nov 21, 2024
Nov 21, 2024
ACLU-NJ Responds to U.S. Department of Justice Findings of Widespread Misconduct by Trenton Police
The ACLU of New Jersey responded to the findings released today by the U.S. Department of Justice following a pattern and practice investigation that revealed rampant abuse and misconduct within the Trenton Police Department.
Nov 18, 2024
Nov 18, 2024
ACLU-NJ Statement on Signing of A2378/S3201
Tough-on-crime approaches have been proven, time and again, to only exacerbate mass incarceration. To advance racial and social justice, and bolster public safety, New Jersey must prioritize humanity over punishment.
Oct 18, 2024
Oct 18, 2024
ACLU-NJ Statement on the Signing of S3006/3204
It’s past time for the Legislature to adopt data-driven solutions that prioritize humanity over punishment
Sep 24, 2024
Sep 24, 2024
ACLU-NJ Responds to OAG’s New Jersey State Police Reform Recommendations
The Attorney General’s leadership in proposing additional mechanisms for accountability is a crucial step toward realizing the comprehensive change needed for New Jersey to build a fairer, more just future.
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