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ACLU Denounces Imperial Police Chief Renews Call For Independent Commission

We have an imperial chief in Los Angeles. The refusal of Los Angeles Police Chief Bernard Parks to work with the L.A.

March 15, 2000

ACLU Responds to Police Commission's Appointment of Experts to Investigate LAPD

I have great respect for the integrity and good faith of the Police Commission and its president, Gerald Chaleff. We are pleased to see some movement from the Commission on police reform, but this proposal is still no substitute for the creation of a truly independent panel.

March 7, 2000

Ninth Circuit Rules in Favor of ACLU of Southern California's Efforts to Stop Art Censorship in Palm Springs

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals yesterday reversed the district Court decision in Lifestyles Organization, Limited (LSO) v. Stroh.

March 7, 2000

ACLU of Southern California Responds to LAPD Changes in CRASH Unit

The thirty day suspension of CRASH unit activities and transfer of CRASH personnel are positive - but inadequate - steps in restoring confidence in the operations of the LAPD. Fundamental change is what is essential.

March 3, 2000

ACLU Challenges California Criminal Law That Chills Citizen Complaints Against Police

The ACLU is today filing suit in federal court on behalf of an African-American bicyclist who was physically assaulted by San Bernardino police officers for no good reason, and whose free speech rights were then violated when he attempted to file a citizen complaint about the incident.

March 3, 2000

Civil Rights Groups Announce Settlement of Bias Lawsuit

Today the ACLU of Southern California, NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc., Asian Pacific American Legal Center, Japanese American Citizens League, and California Women's Law Center announced the six-figure settlement of a significant retaliation lawsuit against the Los Angeles Sheriff

March 2, 2000