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ACLU Public Statement on Arrests of Men in Baton Rouge Parks

NEW ORLEANS— The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Department has been persecuting and arresting men in public parks for doing nothing more than what the law permits them to do: have conversations setting up private meetings, in private places outside the park.

July 29, 2013

Clinton, LA Curfew Violates Rights of Residents, Says ACLU

NEW ORLEANS—The ACLU of Louisiana has filed suit to invalidate an ordinance in the town of Clinton, Louisiana that requires everyone to remain off the streets after 11 pm or risk $500 fine and/or 30 days in jail.

July 24, 2013

Open Letter Regarding Proposed Flag Ban in Lafayette Parish

NEW ORLEANS—Today the ACLU of Louisiana released an open letter to the Lafayette Parish Government regarding a proposed ordinance which would restrict the types of flags which could be displayed from city- and parish-owned flagpoles.

July 8, 2013

Statement on Windsor Victory over Defense of Marriage Act

NEW ORLEANS—The ACLU of Louisiana is proud to congratulate ACLU client Edie Windsor on her victory at the Supreme Court today!  Through her courage, same-sex couples who are legally married will now get the federal recognition that their marriages deserve.  This is a great step forward for equal

June 26, 2013