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 send an email to press@aclu-nj.org. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.

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.
Issue Areas: Speech, Privacy & Technology, Criminal Legal System, Police & Law Enforcement
May 17, 2023

ACLU-NJ Statement in Response to AG's Filing Seeking to Prohibit Implementation of Hanover Township Board of Education’s LGBTQ+ Parental Notification Policy

"We appreciate that the Attorney General and the Division of Civil Rights took swift action to prevent the implementation of a discriminatory and intrusive school policy. The rights of all students, including LGBTQ+ students, must be respected and protected."
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ Rights, Discrimination
May 16, 2023

Advocacy Groups Call on State Leaders to Take Immediate Action to Expand Access to Abortion Care in New Jersey

The ACLU-NJ, Thrive New Jersey coalition and advocacy groups joined 80 organizations in signing an open letter urging Governor Phil Murphy and legislative leadership to take immediate action to expand access to reproductive healthcare, including abortion care. 
Issue Areas: Abortion Access, Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom
May 15, 2023

ACLU-NJ Statement on the Nomination of Mr. Michael Noriega to the Supreme Court of New Jersey

"The New Jersey Supreme Court hears cases that impact all New Jerseyans, especially the least powerful among us. If confirmed, we look forward to arguing before Mr. Noriega and the rest of the Supreme Court to continue that vital work."
May 11, 2023

40+ Public Health, Recovery, & Racial Justice Orgs Oppose New Harsh Fentanyl Penalties (S3325)

Public health, recovery, and racial justice organizations sent a letter to the Senate Budget Committee, along with legislative leadership and Governor Murphy, urging them to oppose Senate Bill 3325, which proposes harsh new penalties for fentanyl.
Issue Areas: Drug Decriminalization, Racial & Economic Justice
May 08, 2023

As Committee Hearings Resume, Advocates Demand Action for Immigrant Protections

Across the state, community leaders and organizations are mobilizing support for the Values Act.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
Apr 24, 2023

Thrive NJ Coalition Statement on Nationwide Threats to Medication Abortion

The Thrive NJ Coalition is repulsed by the anti-abortion, extremist attacks against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of the abortion medication mifepristone.
Issue Areas: Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom
Mar 27, 2023

ACLU-NJ Statement in Response to OAG Takeover of Paterson Police Department

"We hope that this process is a collaborative one that will help bring about trust and integrity to the Paterson Police Department, and safety from police violence for the people of Paterson."
Issue Areas: Police & Law Enforcement
Mar 16, 2023

ACLU-NJ Statement in Response to the Release of Najee Seabrooks Body Camera Footage

The disturbing videos put out today reinforce a reality: deep investment in non-law enforcement first responses to mental health calls is an urgent and life-saving need.
Issue Areas: Police & Law Enforcement, Criminal Legal System