NYCLU Sues for Unlawful Arrest and Detention of “Hummer” Protester
February 15, 2005
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A woman who was arrested for a lawful, solo protest during the Republican National Convention last summer while dressed in a make-shift costume as a Hummer vehicle is challenging her arrest and the NYPD’s unconstitutional, zero tolerance approach to protest during the RNC. The New York Civil Liberties Union today filed suit in federal court against the City on behalf of Georgianna Page, charging that her civil rights were violated.
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PULLING THE NYPD OUT OF PROTESTS
December 9, 2004
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In the wake of the RNC and its controversies is a fundamental issue about the role of the New York City Police Department in demonstrations. From a NY Newsday op-ed by Donna Lieberman and Christopher Dunn.
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NYCLU Calls on Police to Abolish Panel that Reinvestigates Citizens’ Complaints
November 5, 2004
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Protesters who registered complaints during the Republican National Convention may face drawn-out investigations.
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An Urgent Message from the NYCLU
November 4, 2004
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In the wake of election results, there is a great need to redouble efforts to oppose an unrelenting assault on civil liberties.
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