American Civil Liberties Union - Utah

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ACLU
A not-for-profit and non-partisan organization that defends and preserves individual rights and liberties guaranteed to everyone in this country by the Constitution and the laws of the United States. As a constitutional/civil rights group, service areas include civil rights, advocacy, legal representation, political action/lobbying and class action litigation. Also, provides information on immigrant rights guaranteed under the United States Constitution.
Description:

Intervenes on behalf of groups and individuals to ensure civil rights are not violated. Educates the general public and advocates for public policy that protects individual civil rights.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 9 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Leave a message to receive an information packet by mail, send an email, or complete the online complaint form. Does not accept walk-ins.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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Description:

Provides legal representation in cases where the civil rights of a group or individual have been violated. Because of limited resources and the high number of complaints received, difficult choices are made when deciding on the issues that can be addressed.

Eligibility:
The legal issue needs to originate within the state of Utah and has to involve a question of constitutional or civil liberties law.
Service Hours:
M - F 9 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Leave a message to receive an information packet by mail, send an email, or complete the online complaint form. Does not accept walk-ins.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

acluutah.org/en/request-help
Description:

A not-for-profit and nonpartisan organization that works to protect the civil rights of people in Utah. It accomplishes this goal through public education, legal action, and community advocacy.

Eligibility:
The legal issue needs to originate within the state of Utah and has to involve a question of constitutional or civil liberties law.
Service Hours:
M - F 9 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Leave a message to receive an information packet by mail, send an email, or complete the online complaint form. Does not accept walk-ins.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

www.acluutah.org/en/request-help
Description:

The organization plays an active role in creating and guiding policies that protect and expand civil liberties in Utah. It advocates for civil rights by meeting with state lawmakers and staying current on potential legislation and policy.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 9 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Leave a message to receive an information packet by mail, send an email, or complete the online complaint form. Does not accept walk-ins.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

Description:

Provides legal assistance for class-action suits specific to constitutional violations such as free speech, freedom of religion, system problems within counties, incarceration/jail and prison conditions, and police force cases (excessive force).

Eligibility:
The legal issue needs to originate within the state of Utah and has to involve a question of constitutional or civil liberties law.
Service Hours:
M - F 9 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Leave a message to receive an information packet by mail, send an email, or complete the online complaint form. Does not accept walk-ins.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

Description:

Regardless of their status, immigrants are guaranteed rights under the United States Constitution. The website provides detailed information about immigrants' rights and how to express those rights in possible scenarios. Scenarios include interacting with law enforcement officers or ICE.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
Website 24/7
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website.
Fees:
No Cost
Service Contact Information:

US

aclu.org/know-your-rights/immigrants-rights