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This is the official blog of the American Civil Liberties Union of Maryland. We believe it is our duty to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. There is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged.

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The Cruel and Archaic Practice of “Restrictive” Confinement

On March 12, the Maryland Judiciary Committee considered HB 1001/ SB 774, which would limit the use of “restrictive housing” – the State’s term for solitary confinement – on children.

March 14, 2019

Let’s Pass the LETT Act for Greater Police Accountability in Montgomery

On June 11, 2018, a Montgomery County police officer fatally shot Robert White, an unarmed Black man who was walking in his own neighborhood. So far, no one has been held accountable for his death. Shamefully, this is not surprising.

March 12, 2019

Students in Baltimore Also Have Dreams

Deshawna Bryant, a senior at Baltimore City High School, dreams of becoming a child psychologist. The youngest in her family, all her life Deshawna’s parents opened their home and hearts to many foster children, too.

March 11, 2019