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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Dec 19, 2022
Dec 19, 2022
Social Justice Advocates Send Letter to New Jersey Legislature Strongly Opposing Recent Spate of Unnecessary “Tough-on-Crime” Bills
The ACLU of New Jersey along with more than 25 partners today submitted a letter to New Jersey Senators and Assemblymembers expressing strong opposition to recent “tough-on-crime" legislation that would roll back successful criminal legal reforms.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Legal System
Feb 03, 2022
Feb 03, 2022
Statement on Nomination of Matthew J. Platkin as Next Attorney General
Issue Areas:
Criminal Legal System
Nov 10, 2021
Oct 28, 2021
Oct 19, 2021
Sep 02, 2021
Aug 19, 2021
Aug 19, 2021
Advocates Praise Equity Program and Reasonable License Fees in NJ’s First Cannabis Regulations, and Call for Equity Applicant Status and Guidance for Municipalities
ACLU-NJ looks forward to working with regulators to ensure that legalization is true to its promise of social justice.
Jul 13, 2021
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