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Lawmakers Advance Legislation Affirming the Dignity and Humanity of People Who Are Incarcerated

RALEIGH, N.C. - The N.C. House has unanimously approved legislation that addresses the health needs of incarcerated women and their children.

May 10, 2021

N.C. House Approves Anti-Abortion Legislation

RALEIGH, N.C. - This afternoon the N.C. House of Representatives approved HB 453, a bill that would ban abortions based on the reason behind the person’s decision.

May 6, 2021

ACLU of NC Condemns Anti-Protester Legislation

RALEIGH, N.C. - A measure that would impose harsh criminal penalties for protesters charged with rioting is quickly moving through the state legislature. An ACLU of North Carolina analysis of HB 805 outlines what, if it’s enacted, would change from the current law, including incr

May 6, 2021

Anti-Abortion Legislation Advances Through N.C. House Committees, Heads to the Floor

RALEIGH, N.C. - Earlier today, the N.C. House Judiciary 1 Committee advanced HB 453, legislation that would ban abortions based on the reason behind the person’s decision. The House of Representatives could vote on the bill as soon as Thursday.

May 5, 2021

ACLU of NC Statement on the Court Order Limiting the Disclosure of Body Camera Footage that Capturing the Police Killing of Andrew Brown Jr.

"When the execution of a warrant turns into the execution of a person, North Carolinians should be able to decide the representation they have with them when seeking answers...

April 28, 2021

ACLU of NC Statement on the Police Murder of Andrew Brown in Elizabeth City, North Carolina

According to multiple news reports, Andrew Brown was shot and killed by police in Elizabeth City, N.C., as he drove away. The police killing occurred less than 24 hours after Derek Chauvin was convicted of murdering George Floyd.

April 21, 2021