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 here. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.

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Leading Civic Leaders Address Threats to Democracy in NJ

New Jersey state advocates convened to sound the alarm of the threats to democracy and what can be done to protect the rights of New Jerseyans.

October 19, 2023

ACLU-NJ Responds to the U.S. Department of Justice Investigation of the Trenton Police Department

"We’re pleased that the Department of Justice has agreed to open a pattern or practice investigation, which is an important step toward holding officers accountable to the community they serve."

October 17, 2023

New Jersey Appellate Court Rules in Favor of Woman Previously Ordered to Stop Communicating About Her Religious Divorce and Asking Her Community for Help

A New Jersey appellate court reversed an unconstitutional trial court decision that prohibited a woman from speaking on social media about her desire to obtain a religious divorce from her husband, whom she described as abusive.

September 6, 2023

ACLU-NJ Statement on the Signing of Bill S3929/A5182

“The involuntary commitment bill passed by the New Jersey Legislature and signed today by Governor Murphy doubles the amount of time a person can be held in a hospital without their consent, significantly impacting peoples' access to liberty. New Jersey needs to improve access to quality care..."

August 16, 2023

New Jersey Public Health Experts Call on the State to Invest Opioid Settlement Funds in Harm Reduction Programs

The New Jersey Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund Advisory Council Held A Listening Sessions To Gather Public Input on Distributing Opioid Settlement Funds

July 20, 2023

ACLU-NJ Executive Director Amol Sinha Receives National Public Interest Award from the South Asian Bar Association of North America

The award recognizes an individual or organization that has shown a deep commitment to the welfare and wellbeing of the South Asian community, the general public, and society.

July 20, 2023