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Former Albuquerque High Student Wins Settlement from City After Wrongful Arrest and Imprisonment

Almost four years after Gisell Estrada was wrongfully arrested and placed in juvenile detention for robbery and murder, the City of Albuquerque has agreed to assist in her record expungement and pay her a significant settlement as part of an agreement.
Issue Areas: Police Practices

End of Harmful Asylum Exclusion Policy Is an Opportunity for More Humane System, Says ACLU-NM

The health order known as “Title 42” that effectively blocked off access to asylum protection for people seeking refuge in the United States, is set to expire today at midnight. 
Issue Areas: Immigrants’ Rights

ACLU-NM Disappointed by Governor’s Vetoes of Probation and Parole Reforms

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico expressed frustration with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s vetoes of Probation and Parole Reform (SB 84) and Certain Drug Possession and Habitual Offenders (SB 187).
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

ACLU of New Mexico Calls for Transparency in Investigation of Border Patrol’s Fatal Shooting

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico is calling for transparency and an impartial investigation after Border Patrol agents fatally shot a man in the state.
Issue Areas: Immigrants’ Rights

ACLU-NM Celebrates Voting Rights, Reproductive Rights, Smart Justice and Police Reform Bills Signed into Law

Multiple bills championed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico, partners, and elected leaders this legislative session that advance a more just and equal New Mexico were signed into law by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.

ACLU-NM Calls for Transparent and Thorough Investigation of Police Killing of Innocent Man in Farmington

Se are calling for a transparent and thorough investigation of the incident and for the officers involved to be held accountable.   
Issue Areas: Police Practices

ACLU of New Mexico Billboards Call for Closure of Cruel Torrance Immigrant Detention Center

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico this week launched a series of billboards around Albuquerque calling for the closure of the troubled Torrance County Detention Facility. 
Issue Areas: Immigrants’ Rights

Bill Barring Life Without Parole for Juveniles Passes House

The New Mexico House of Representatives passed SB 64 No Life Sentence for Juveniles today in the early hours of the morning.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

Navajo Family Sues Farmington Hospital After Elder Dies Due to Lack of Interpretation

The American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico (ACLU-NM) and the Fine Law Firm filed a motion today asking a court to hold San Juan Regional Medical Center (SJRMC) liable for failing to provide Larry Williams, a beloved family member and Navajo elder, with a certified Navajo interpreter.
Issue Areas: Indigenous Justice