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Another person has died after a SWAT raid in Connecticut, prompting the American Civil Liberties Union of Connecticut to call for increased oversight and reporting requirements regarding SWAT units.
Bill would change minor drug possession from a felony to misdemeanor, which 67 percent of Connecticut voters support
Ends wildly unpopular mandatory minimums for non-violent drug crimes, a move supported by 82 percent of Connecticut voters
In an effort to balance public safety with individuals’ privacy rights, the Public Safety and Security Committee has introduced legislation that would allow law enforcement and other government officials to use drones in emergencies, while also requiring police to obtain warrants and to register
The ACLU of Connecticut applauds legislation that would ensure that the Connecticut Military Department is equal, fair, and just in its hiring and promotion practices.
During an appearance before the Juvenile Justice Policy and Oversight Committee today, Governor Dannel Malloy announced new details regarding his proposals for two justice initiatives: reforming Connecticut’s bail system by eliminating cash bail requirements for misdemeanors, and raising the maxi
In a decision released today, the U.S. District Court of Connecticut ruled that the state must allow the Libertarian Party to use out-of-state residents to collect signatures on petitions to appear on an election ballot.