Press Releases

ACLU-DE Urges Delaware Towns to Follow Wilmington’s Lead and “Get the Flock Out”

The ACLU-DE sent an open letter to over 20 municipalities in Delaware, urging them to reconsider their use of Flock Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras following city leadership in Wilmington deciding to decommission theirs.
Issue Areas: Privacy & Technology

Delaware Court of Chancery Issues Landmark Decision in Prisoners’ Rights Case

The Court of Chancery held that the ACLU-DE established a reasonable probability of success on their claim that it is a violation of the Delaware Constitution for DOC officers not to decontaminate prisoners exposed to OC chemicals.

Delaware Voting Rights Coalition Re-Launches Comprehensive Voter Guide Ahead of the September 15 Primary Elections

The Delaware Voting Rights Coalition (DVRC) is Delaware's first statewide coalition of voting rights organizations and advocates.

ACLU-DE and Community Partners Highlight Delaware Law Enforcement Collaboration with ICE and Demand Action in Letter to State Legislators

Delaware legislators must ensure that our state does not assist with efforts that terrorize and harm immigrant communities.

ACLU-DE Statement on Kadir Skinner Body-Worn Camera Footage and Urgent Need for Statewide Police Reform

Executive Director Mike Brickner's statement on Kadir Skinner body-worn camera footage and police reform.

Delaware Passes Legislation to Restrict the Use of Reverse Keyword Warrants

HS 1 for HB 145 is the first near ban on reverse keyword warrants in the United States.
Issue Areas: Privacy & Technology

ACLU of Delaware and LDF Help Secure Final Passage of Delaware Voting Rights Act

The Delaware John Lewis Voting Rights Act (HB 444) enshrines crucial voter protections and expands safeguards against discrimination in voting.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights

ACLU-DE Wins Superior Court Case; Dept of Justice Ordered to Disclose Invoices for Attorney Fees

The Superior Court reversed the Dept of Justice’s denial of the ACLU-DE's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.

Voting Rights Advocates Rally in Dover for the Delaware John Lewis VRA After Federal VRA Eviscerated

Advocates for effective voter protections held a rally at Legislative Hall to urge legislators to pass the Delaware John Lewis Voting Rights Act (HB 444) before the end of the current legislative session.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights