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State v. Conway

The ACLU of Washington and the co-amici urge the WA Supreme Court to grant review based on the important constitutional issues at stake and because LFOs cre ate and perpetuate poverty for numerous individuals in WA who are already struggling financially.

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Debtors' Prison

Economic Justice

OneAmerica Votes v. State

Argues a WA law that bars non-citizens from participating in local election campaign contributions “in any way” goes too far and is unconstitutional.

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Immigrant Rights

City of Seattle v. Long

Amicus brief arguing that impounding a vehicle home is an unconstitutional seizure and excessive punishment.

State of Washington v. Jarvis

Amicus brief discussing the racialized history of the use of shackling in the criminal legal system.

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Criminal Justice

Due Process

Racial Justice

Portugal v. Franklin County

Issue regarding a claim that the WVRA creates an unconstitutional racial preference

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Racial Justice

Voting Rights

State of Washington v. Gates

Asks the Court to address the race-based prosecutorial misconduct and privacy issues raised by Gates’ petition for review.

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Criminal Justice

Privacy

Racial Justice

Vet Voice v. Hobbs

Case addressing racial disparities in ballot rejections.

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Racial Justice

2017 MLK Celebration, with Workshops, Rallies, March & Career Fair

Date:

Monday, January 16, 2017 - 9:30am to 5:00pm

Event Location:

Garfield High School

The ACLU and its supporters marched to continue the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and support justice for all at the MLK Day Celebration, January 16, 2017. We joined thousands of community members and rallied and marched for the protection and advancement of civil liberties and civil rights.

Hate Crime Info Session

Date:

Sunday, March 19, 2017 - 3:30pm to 5:30pm

Event Location:

North Bellevue Community Center

Organized by the India Association of Western Washington and co-hosted by the ACLU of Washington, the Hate Crime Information Session will provide community members the opportunity to engage with local city officials and learn more about preparation, prevention, and what to do in potentially dangerous situations.

People of Color Building Community for Transgender Rights

Date:

Tuesday, July 18, 2017 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Event Location:

Centilia Cultural Center

I-1552 is defeated, but that doesn't mean our movement is slowing down. That's why we're organizing a community town hall that will focus on encouraging queer and transgender people of color to share their stories and educate community members unfamiliar with trans issues.

Finding Your Community

Date:

Sunday, September 24, 2017 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Event Location:

Howard Amon Park, Richland

Please visit the ACLU of Washington at Richland’s “Finding Your Community” event by swinging by our resource table. We will have volunteers staffing the table for the duration of event to share information and answer your questions.