Voting Rights

Voting is the foundation of our democracy, and the ACLU of Nevada is working to protect that right. The fight for voting rights remains as critical as ever, and politicians and election deniers across the country continue to engage in voter suppression.

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Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy—it’s our voice and our power. Nevada has worked to make voting more accessible and secure, but attacks on democracy at both the national and local levels continue to threaten confidence in our elections. Protecting the ballot means protecting the voice of every Nevadan.

ACLU of Nevada works in the courtrooms, at the legislature, and in communities to ensure that every eligible voter can make their voice heard. We defend fair elections, protect access to the ballot, and fight back against any effort that undermines trust in our democracy.

 

The Latest

Press Release
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ACLU of Nevada Champions Voting Rights Access for Voters in County Jails

Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Court Cases: ACLU of Nevada v. Elko County
News & Commentary
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ACLU of Nevada threatens lawsuits over noncompliance with in-jail voting law

By April Corbin Girnus, Nevada CurrentThis piece was originally published by the Nevada Current.
Know Your Rights
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Voting In Nevada

Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and the fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest.
Know Your Rights
Stylized graphic with a purple background featuring bold white text on the left that reads “KNOW YOUR RIGHTS.” On the right, a man wearing glasses and a graphic t-shirt speaks into a megaphone. Behind him is a yellow cutout in the shape of Nevada with faint stars and the word “VOTE” partially visible, symbolizing civic engagement and voter empowerment.

Votación en Nevada

El voto es la piedra angular de nuestra democracia y el derecho fundamental sobre el que se basan todas nuestras libertades civiles.
Campaign
Dec 2025

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.
Campaign
Sep 2023

Voter Protection Alliance

Learn more about our campaign to make sure every eligible voter in Nevada can cast their ballot, that elections are conducted fairly, and that emerging threats to voting rights are confronted in courthouses, in city halls, and more.