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VICTORY! HB39 was signed by Governor Markell on June 18th and will go into effect in six months. Click here to read more.

You can help end the death penalty in Delaware- read about how to contact your legislators!

The Moral Monday movement is a call for justice, a demand to end abuse of minority groups by those in power, and a challenge to all of us to stop societal acceptance of such abuse.

At the end of last year, we launched an Amicus Society for Delaware lawyers and others who are dedicated to supporting civil rights and civil liberties.

ACLU of Delaware legal director Richard Morse recently participated in a panel discussion at Widener Law School.

The ACLU of Delaware is pleased to announce that we are now accepting nominations for the 30th annual Kandler Memorial Awards.

The ACLU of Delaware urges the Appoquinimink School District not to enact their proposal letting parents restrict library and curriculum materials if they are marked "Young Adult," which would limit the rights of students and the academic freedom of educators.

Sister Helen explained that Delaware's death penalty is among the worst in the nation. Delaware ranks third per capita for executions, has the highest minority population on death row in the country, and lays claim to one of the broadest statutes nationwide.

You can play a role in our affiliate's expansion. If you see an abuse of power by law enforcement, contact our legal department.