39 Inspiring Women from Maryland History You Need to Know
More important and fascinating women are newly added to the latest edition of our Women’s History heroes celebration blog this year!
Defending civil rights and civil liberties in Maryland
Blogs
A Second Look at Extreme Sentences Saves Lives and Strengthens Communities
There is no better time than now to pass the Second Look Act. These reformed and deserving men and women serving sentences from decades ago need a second look. They need a second chance.
50 Black Heroes From Maryland You Need To Know
Black history is American history. Generations after generation of Black Americans have called on this country to live up to its promise of life, liberty, and democracy, as guaranteed by the Constitution....
Press Releases
ACLU of Maryland and Advocates Urge Senate to Pass the Second Look Act (HB 853)
The ACLU of Maryland is calling on state legislators to vote in favor of the Maryland Second Look Act (HB 853)
Wicomico Voters, Civil Rights Organizations Celebrate Voting Rights Victory Decades in the Making
After decades of struggle and advocacy, Wicomico County’s Black voters and civil rights organizations closed out Black History Month 2025 with a history-making victory of their own.
Calvert Sheriff Agrees to Produce Overdue Policing Records Free-of-Charge
Calvert Sheriff Agrees to Produce Overdue Policing Records Free-of-Charge, Pay Legal Fees to ACLU, After Appeals Court Rejects Government Position as “Sheer Nonsense”
Your Rights While Protesting
Get information on your rights while protesting, when you encounter police at protests, and if you are not a U.S. citizen. Also find out where you can protest and where you need a permit.
In the courts
Our legal program works with state residents and partners to realize the promise of our Constitution and Bill of Rights, with a focus on using the courts to protect and expand the rights of Marylanders – especially those whose rights have not been respected in the past due to white supremacy ingrained in our justice system.
Defend Anton's Law in Montgomery County
Update: On February 24, 2023, Judge Karla Smith granted the right of the Maryland Coalition for Justice and Police Accountability to intervene in the Montgomery County FOP lawsuit. The judge vacated Montgomery County’s agreement with the FOP to litigate the case in secret, saying it was improper.
