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No Kings Act: Urge your lawmakers to protect Coloradans' constitutional rights from federal overreach
Currently, federal law only allows for state and local government officials to be sued for constitutional violations, which prevents clear accountability for federal government officials and agents who infringe on constitutional rights. The No Kings Act opens the courthouse doors and closes this accountability gap.
Advocates Urge Colorado Towns and Cities to Conform Local Jail Sentences to Comply with State Law
ACLU of Colorado and Colorado Freedom Fund (CFF) sent a letter to municipal councils following a recent Colorado Supreme Court decision that determined local sentences harsher than those outlined in state law for the same conduct are illegal and unenforceable.
Denver City Council Approves New Axon Contract to Replace Flock, Despite Community Concerns and Calls for a No Vote
Despite numerous calls from its constituents to vote no on this new contract, Denver City Council voted to allow Mayor Mike Johnston to abruptly switch from one dragnet surveillance corporation to another...
ACLU of Colorado Condemns SCOTUS Ruling Against Colorado’s Ban on Conversion Therapy
An 8-1 ruling from the United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) against Colorado's ban on conversion therapy on youth under the age of 18 could open the door to stripping protections away from LGBTQ+ youth in the country. The case now returns to the lower courts.
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Apr 21, 2026
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Decision Against City of Denver and Denver Police in Protest Case
A jury previously found the city of Denver and local police liable for unconstitutional and excessive force used on people peacefully protesting the murder of George Floyd.
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