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ACLU of RI Gains Settlement for Pawtucket Student Unlawfully Handcuffed, Arrested by School Resource Officer in 2019

“At the age of thirteen, our client stood up for her own right and the right of other school children to receive an education instead of being criminalized by the public school system."
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After Appeals Court Denies Child Advocate’s Emergency Motion to Prevent the Release of Medical Records of Minors Receiving Care at RI Hospital, Safeguards Remain in Place to Protect the Data

"While we are disappointed in this result, this decision is not the end of our fight to protect Rhode Island children’s medical privacy."
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How One Day Could Fix a Flaw in Rhode Island’s Justice System

We strongly support legislation (S 2047 and H 7198) that would close a loophole to protect our immigrant neighbors and community members.
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Legislative Session Dashboard

Learn more about some of our priority bills this Legislative Session, with resources to take action!

Issues We're Monitoring

Criminal Justice Reform First Amendment Government Transparency Immigrants’ Rights LGBTQ+ Rights Privacy & Technology Racial Justice View All Issues

ALPR Cameras 101: Surveillance in Rhode Island

Automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras are rapidly being installed in Rhode Island but are virtually unregulated in our state. Many ALPR cameras, such as those made by the brand Flock Safety, are continuously collecting data that can be kept and accessed by law enforcement agencies across the country. In short, we’re being surveilled as we travel through our state. Learn more about ALPR cameras, and what you can do to help protect privacy in our communities.

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Administrative Subpoena – Private Medical Records of Minors

An emergency motion to quash a subpoena issued by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) seeking the sensitive private medical records of minor patients who have received medical treatment for gender dysphoria at Rhode Island Hospital.