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ACLU of RI Response to City's News Conference on the Implementation of Flock Safety Cameras in Providence

The ACLU of Rhode Island issued the following statement in response to this morning’s news conference by the Providence Mayor and Police Department announcing their intention to turn on 25 Flock Safety cameras throughout the City within the next 30 days.

July 27, 2022

ACLU Sues Pawtucket over Political Sign Restrictions; Hearing on Restraining Order Set for Thursday 7/28/22

Seeking to vindicate the free speech rights of political candidates and their supporters, the ACLU has filed a federal lawsuit challenging a Pawtucket ordinance that bans the posting of political signs on residential property more than 30 days before an election.

July 27, 2022

Judge Refuses to Dismiss Lawsuit Over School Arrest of 13-Year-Old Black Honors Student

A federal judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit on behalf of a 13-year-old Black honors student who was handcuffed and arrested by a Pawtucket school resource officer who wanted to "make an example" of her.

July 14, 2022

ACLU Statement on the Rejection of Flock Safety Surveillance Cameras by Portsmouth Town Council

The Portsmouth Town Council has unanimously voted to rescind its prior support for the implementation of Flock Safety surveillance camera systems in the town.

July 12, 2022

Cleaning Service Sued for Discriminating Against Pregnant Job Applicant

In a case that highlights the difficulties and discrimination that women continue to face in the workplace, the ACLU of Rhode Island charged today that a professional cleaning service terminated an employee who had just been hired immediately after learning she was pregnant.

July 11, 2022

Suit Settled Over State Police Exclusion of Twin River Employee without Due Process

The ACLU of Rhode Island today announced the favorable settlement of a five-year-old lawsuit against the RI State Police (RISP) for retaliating against a Twin River Casino employee who declined to serve as an informant in a criminal gambling investigation.

June 28, 2022