Press Releases

Audit in Kansas proves civil asset forfeiture laws need reform

A recently released state audit reveals significant shortcomings in Kansas’ civil asset property seizure and forfeiture process, highlighting the urgent need for reforms long advocated by the ACLU of Kansas.

Court blocks Kobach from implementing dual voter registration system, protects voting rights

Acting on a request made by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Judge Larry Hendricks issued an injunction preventing Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach from implementing a dual voter registration system in the August primary election.
Court Cases: Brown v. Kobach

ACLU Sues Kansas over Dual Voter Registration System

The American Civil Liberties Union today filed a lawsuit challenging Kansas’ dual voter registration system, charging it violates the Kansas Constitution and state law.
Court Cases: Brown v. Kobach

ACLU, citizens groups call on Kris Kobach to respect the rule of law, stop creating deliberate confusion

The American Civil Liberties Union of Kansas, the League of Women Voters of Kansas, MainStream Coalition, and Women for Kansas are calling on Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach to make clear that all properly registered voters will be permitted to exercise their right to vote in all elections.

Kansas Stronger Together Opposes Sedgwick County Commission Proposal to Repeal In-State Tuition

The Board of Sedgwick County Commissioners is considering asking the Kansas Legislature to repeal the state’s policy granting in-state tuition, regardless of immigration status.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

ACLU and SJLC file class action lawsuit to end unconstitutional postcard-only mail policy at Wilson County Jail

The ACLU Foundation of Kansas and the Social Justice Law Collective (SJLC) today announced the filing of a federal class action lawsuit against the Wilson County Sheriff. The lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of the Sheriff's postcard-only policy for jail inmate mail.

Federal Court Orders Kansas to Register Thousands of Voters Who Have Been Blocked From Doing So

A federal court has ordered Kansas to register thousands of eligible voters who have been blocked from doing so. The state must begin registering them effective June 1.

After Supreme Court Ruling, ACLU of Kansas Calls for Repeal of Restrictions on Abortions

The U.S. Supreme Court issued a decisive ruling this morning in one of the most important women’s reproductive rights ruling since 1992.

Federal Court Orders Kansas to Register Thousands of Voters

A federal court has ordered Kansas to register thousands of eligible voters who have been blocked from doing so. The state must begin registering them effective June 1.