Press Releases

The American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada has communications staff available to handle inquiries from journalists, content creators, and community leaders on issues affecting civil rights. To schedule an interview with an ACLU of Nevada expert, email [email protected].

Aug 31, 2026

ACLU of Nevada sues NDOC, LVMPD for records related to in-custody killing at Southern Desert Correctional Center

Family of Ryan Anthony Warren-Hunt seeks answers after he was brutally beaten and stabbed to death while in state custody
Issue Areas: Smart Justice, Equal Protection
Court Cases: ACLU of Nevada v. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Nevada Department of Corrections
Jun 27, 2025

Nationwide Injunction Ruling is Troubling, but Limited

The U.S. Supreme Court undercut the ability for lower courts to issue “universal injunctions.”
Issue Areas: Equal Protection
Sep 12, 2024

Nevada Court Orders State Medicaid Program to Cover Abortion

Silver State Hope Fund case against Nevada Department of Health and Human Services expands abortion access for low-income Nevadans
Issue Areas: Health Equity, Equal Protection
Court Cases: Silver State Hope Fund vs. Nevada Department of Health and Human Services