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

State Pharmacy Board Will Continue Fight to Keep Cannabis a Crime

In September, Clark County Judge Joe Hardy ruled that including cannabis on the state’s list of Schedule 1 controlled substances violates the Nevada Constitution. The Nevada Board of Pharmacy has filed a notice in Clark County that it would appeal and is seeking to put the ruling on hold.
Issue Areas: Smart Justice

ACLU of Nevada Challenges New Court Rule That Limits Transparency

It is unconstitutional and a serious civil rights violation to block the public from being able to observe judicial proceedings