ACLU-Nebraska: Because Freedom Can't Protect Itself

If your family has become involved with Child Protective Services or the foster care system, you might have questions about your rights.  ACLU does NOT get involved in these sorts of cases, because everyone involved in the Juvenile Court System or charged with a crime has a right to an appointed attorney.  We have prepared this 4-page brochure with information to help you and your family, including information about how to get a free attorney if you can't afford to hire your own.

In December 2003, ACLU Nebraska issued a report calling for reform of Nebraska's correctional facilities at the state and local levels.  Their report detailed the many problems facing prisoners and pre-trial detainees who have medical needs, physical disabilities, and mental illness.  The report was distributed to every state senator and began our efforts to reform state laws.

Summary on Taser use in Nebraska and recommendations a national law enforcement agency has made about Tasers.

Study of county jail healthcare crisis in Nebraska.