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May 30, 2025

Lawsuit: Honolulu Police Made 127 DUI Arrests, But The Drivers Were Sober

The ACLU wants the police department to stop arresting people without probable cause and due process. HPD said it is reviewing all drunken driving arrests dating back to 2021.

May 22, 2025

ACLU Hawai'i Prepares To Sue HPD Over ‘Concerning Trend’ Of Sober Drivers Arrested For DUI

ACLU Hawaii is giving HPD one week to respond to a letter demanding change.

May 21, 2025

Advocates Explain Rights Regarding ICE Agents

Star-Advertiser features an event organized by ACLU of Hawai'i, U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda, the Hawai'i State Teachers Association, and the Hawai'i Coalition for Immigrant Rights

May 21, 2025

Deportation Fears Spur Hawai'i Teachers To Learn About Civil Rights

Hawaii News Now features ACLU of Hawaii's educational resources and Know Your Rights trainings.

May 13, 2025

Don’t Loosen Guardrails On Hospitalizing Individuals Against Their Will

The Legislature has passed a measure that threatens to upset the balance between respect for autonomy and concern for a person’s health.

Apr 29, 2025

DEI and Student Visa Rulings Seen as Reprieves

American Civil Liberties Union of Hawai'i reaches out to universities and college officials regarding DEI.