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.

Aug 15, 2022

In Victory for Free Speech, NJ Superior Court Dismisses Defamation Lawsuit Against Adam Gordon, Represented by the ACLU-NJ

In a victory reaffirming freedom of speech and rights protected by the First Amendment, Fair Share Housing Center Executive Director Adam Gordon has won the dismissal of defamation and conspiracy claims that were brought by former Cape May City Manager Jerome Inderwies.
Issue Areas: Free Speech & Expression
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.
Issue Areas: Government Transparency, Democracy & Civic Engagement, Speech, Privacy & Technology
Jul 21, 2022

ACLU of New Jersey Statement on Signing of Police Licensure Bill into Law

After nearly 20 years of advocacy on the issue, the ACLU of New Jersey today praised the signing of legislation to establish a licensure program requiring that a person holds a valid, active license to be employed as a law enforcement officer in New Jersey.
Issue Areas: Police & Law Enforcement
Jun 24, 2022

ACLU of New Jersey Responds to U.S. Supreme Court’s Devastating Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade

As anti-abortion politicians plan to push a nationwide ban, NJ has taken important steps to protect reproductive autonomy by passing the Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act – but much more is needed to expand access to abortion in New Jersey.
Issue Areas: Abortion Access, Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom
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.
Issue Areas: Democracy & Civic Engagement, Free Speech & Expression, Speech, Privacy & Technology
Jun 02, 2022

ACLU of New Jersey Urges Lawmakers to Strengthen Proposed Licensure Scheme for Law Enforcement Officers in NJ

After over a decade of advocacy on the issue, the ACLU of New Jersey today testified before the Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee to urge lawmakers to strengthen the proposed licensure scheme for law enforcement officers in New Jersey.
Issue Areas: Police & Law Enforcement
May 25, 2022

Social Justice Groups Object to Increasing Police Presence at NJ Schools in Wake of Texas Shooting

New Jersey Institute for Social Justice, the New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice, the ACLU of New Jersey, and the Education Law Center call for effective action over harmful knee-jerk reactions.
Issue Areas: Students' & Youth Rights, Police & Law Enforcement, Racial & Economic Justice
May 25, 2022

Civil Rights Leaders Say No to Increasing Law Enforcement Officers to Address Public Safety Concerns

Increased investments in law enforcement officers and surveillance technology do not improve public safety. Time and time again, history has shown us that increased funding to police harms communities of color the most.
Issue Areas: Police & Law Enforcement, Racial & Economic Justice
May 18, 2022

Drug Reform Advocates Call On Lawmakers To Ensure Participatory And Transparent Allocation Process For Cannabis Community Reinvestment Funds

Abolish the Drug War Coalition rallies outside New Jersey State House to demand equitable allocation of funds to communities most harmed by cannabis criminalization
Issue Areas: Drug Decriminalization