Juvenile Justice

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New law puts Washington at forefront in protecting youth rights 

News Release, Published: 
Monday, April 19, 2021
Youth will consult with a lawyer before waiving their constitutional rights in certain situations 
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2020 Legislative Agenda

Published: 
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
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State’s highest court to determine who is responsible for protecting juveniles’ right to counsel

News Release, Published: 
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
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Join us in advancing our 2019 legislative agenda

Published: 
Friday, February 8, 2019
The legislative process isn’t just about laws; It’s about people. This is why we need you, our ACLU-WA members and supporters, to join us in advancing our 2019 legislative agenda.
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2019 Legislative Agenda

Published: 
Thursday, January 24, 2019
Read about our 2019 Washington State Legislative Agenda
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Facts, not fear, ought to drive efforts to keep Washington’s students safe at school

Published: 
Friday, November 30, 2018
We issued a minority report opposing a task force recommendation to fund school police and instead recommend interventions to create a positive school climate and additional student supports.
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Civil Liberties in the State Legislature - 2018 Legislative Session

Published: 
Thursday, April 12, 2018
Civil liberties highlights from the 2018 Washington State Legislative Session
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Solitary confinement is especially harmful to juveniles and should not be used to punish them

Published: 
Friday, November 17, 2017
Solitary confinement —the practice of isolating people in closed cells for 22-24 hours a day, virtually free of human contact, for days to decades—violates this fundamental need for community and connection, causing extreme suffering.
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Settlement Will Limit Use of Solitary Confinement for Youth in Detention

News Release, Published: 
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
The ACLU of Washington and Grays Harbor County have agreed to a settlement in the lawsuit filed by the mother of a now 17-year-old boy who was repeatedly put into solitary confinement, subjected to filthy conditions, and denied adequate food while in the Grays Harbor County Juvenile Detention Facility.
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