Legal organizations focused on protecting civil liberties. Civil liberties are freedoms guaranteed to citizens in the constitution of the country or state. For instance, in the United States, the Bill of Rights guarantees certain freedoms to its citizens. The organizations in this category seek to protect these guaranteed freedoms.
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- Bill of Rights Defense Committee Massachusetts organization opposes Patriot Act and encourages communities to pass resolutions banning violations of civil liberties. History of PATRIOT Act and resolutions that have been passed.
- Queensland Council for Civil Liberties Features a searchable database of topical documents, aims, office bearers, membership information.
- New South Wales Council for Civil Liberties Issues, news, events, and publications, and how to file a complaint. Features letters written by prominent citizens about civil liberties.
- Canadian Civil Liberties Association A non-profit, non-government law-reform organization dealing with issues of fundamental civil liberties and human rights that affect those who live in Canada.
- Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Minority Advocacy. Focuses on Voting Rights, Education, Housing, Lending, Employment, and Public Policy. Contains press releases, links, and job opportunities.