Effective February 2020, the City of Las Vegas has enacted two ordinances which allow law enforcement officers to issue criminal penalties to individuals experiencing homelessness. The ACLU of Nevada stands firmly against the criminalization of homelessness and advocates for housing first approaches and policies that address the root causes of homelessness.
Read below to learn what is prohibited and to understand your rights under the new laws. If you or someone you know has been affected by these ordinances, please contact the ACLU of Nevada by filling out this form.