American Civil Liberties Union

Our constitution is meant to safeguard against government abuses of power. But all too often, the rights of those involved in the criminal justice system are compromised or ignored. The ACLU works to reform the criminal justice system and make the promise of fair treatment a reality for all people. >> More about the ACLU's Criminal Justice work.

Criminal Justice : Resources

Surprising Shift: New ACLU Poll Finds Public Dissatisfied with Lock-Em-Up Approach (02/25/2002)
WASHINGTON - A new poll commissioned by the American Civil Liberties Union released today reveals a strong dissatisfaction with the current state of the criminal justice system in America and a growing public confidence in rehabilitation and alternative punishments for non-violent offenders.

Marijuana Arrests & Punishments (10/15/2001)

ACLU Fact Sheet on the Juvenile Justice System (07/05/1996)

Fact Sheet: Juvenile Justice System (07/01/1996)

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