Statewide Know Your Voting Rights Tour

Join the ACLU of Kansas in the next weeks for an in-depth conversation and action night in your area to make sure Kansas voters know their rights. We will cover everything from ID requirements to what to do if you encounter an issue at the polls.

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ACLU files lawsuit against Kansas county attorney for alleged diversion program flaws

The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit Friday with the Kansas Supreme Court against the Montgomery County attorney alleging failure to operate diversion programs in accordance with state law and subjecting defendants to a higher probability of serving jail time.

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Kansas Prosecutors Are Locking People Up Rather Than Offering — Or Even Telling Them About — Diversion

By Somil Trivedi, Staff Attorney, ACLU Trone Center for Justice and Equality

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ACLU Sues Shawnee Mission Schools, Alleges District Violated Students' Free Speech Rights

The American Civil Liberties Union of Kansas is suing the Shawnee Mission School District for allegedly violating students' free speech rights.

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ACLU demands Kansas correct inaccurate voter registration information

The American Civil Liberties Union made public on Thursday a letter that seeks to force Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach to fix what it says are inaccuracies on public notices posted on state and county websites regarding voter registration.

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ACLU sends Kobach's office a nearly $52,000 bill in latest court filing

Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach’s office could have to pay attorneys from the American Civil Liberties Union nearly $52,000 after a federal judge’s contempt ruling.

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For Now, ACLU Won't Sue Shawnee Mission Schools Over Alleged Free Speech Violations

After threatening to sue the Shawnee Mission School District for allegedly keeping students from participating in April's nationwide walkouts to protest gun violence, the American Civil Liberties Union of Kansas will not take legal action against district — at least for now.

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Kansas bill allowing religious adoption groups to refuse LGBT couples will become law

A bill that ensures faith-based adoption agencies can turn away gay and lesbian couples based on religious beliefs will be signed into law by Gov. Jeff Colyer.

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Kansas adoption bill stokes fears of discrimination against LGBT couples

A proposed bill in the Kansas legislature is creating a fierce debate over adoption rights for same-sex couples

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