Cases

Since 1969, the ACLU of Virginia has worked in the courts to create lasting, impactful change. View our recent cases below.

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Dec 9, 2008

Tanner v. Virginia Beach (amicus)

First Amendment Rights
Status: Closed
Virginia Beach Noise Ordinance
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Nov 19, 2008

Commonwealth v. Harris

Criminal Legal Reform
Status: Closed
Due Process in Drug Court
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Nov 17, 2008

ACLU v. Department of Health and Human Services

Immigrants' Rights
Status: Closed
FOIA Lawsuit Pertaining to Reproductive Health Care for Undocumented Minors
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May 23, 2008

Woody v. Carter

First Amendment Rights
Status: Closed
Right to Criticize Developer
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Apr 15, 2008

Commonwealth v. Werner

Criminal Legal Reform
Status: Closed
Warrantless Entry and Unreasonable Detention in Henrico County
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Feb 28, 2008

Gillette v. Weimer

Voting Rights
Status: Closed
Right to Vote Without ID
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