First Amendment

Nevada’s strength lies in our freedom to speak, assemble, and dissent without fear. Across our state, people use their First Amendment rights to demand justice, hold the government accountable, and build stronger communities.

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The ACLU of Nevada defends the rights of all Nevadans to express themselves, practice their faith, and gather in public spaces without fear or interference. From the courthouse to college campuses, we work to ensure the First Amendment remains a living promise. Free speech isn’t partisan, it’s patriotic, and it’s how we safeguard all our other freedoms.

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Senior Staff Attorney Sadmira Ramic arguing in court hearing.

Judge gives DMV five days to produce communications with ICE, Homeland Security

Carson City District Judge Kristin Luis says she’s leaning toward imposing civil penalties against the Nevada DMV for failing to comply with the law in its responses to requests from the ACLU Nevada for the state agency’s communications with ICE agents, as well as the Department of Homeland Security.
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Judge to Review Communications Between DMV and ICE, Policies Surrounding Signal Use 

ACLU of Nevada Requests Civil Penalties Against DMV 
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Hearing Friday in Lawsuit Over Secret Communications Between the Nevada DMV and ICE

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ACLU of Nevada Statement on Student Walkout Protests

Issue Areas: First Amendment
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Jan 2026

Firewall for Freedom

Across the nation, the federal government is attempting to dismantle long-standing protections for free speech, privacy, equality, and democracy. But freedom doesn’t just live in the courts or in Washington. It begins right here, in Nevada. Our cities, counties, and communities can be the first line of defense against federal overreach. ACLU of Nevada’s FIREwall for Freedom campaign is both a proactive and responsive strategy to protect our rights and our people from unlawful federal interference. When local leaders refuse to be complicit in unconstitutional acts, when city councils pass protections, and when neighbors look out for each other, that’s how democracy endures. Local policies, local leadership, and local courage can stop unconstitutional federal actions before they take root.