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ACLU of Ohio Files Lawsuit Challenging the Ohio State University’s Violation of Student’s Free Speech and Due Process Rights

Today, the ACLU of Ohio filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Ohio State University’s expulsion of a student for engaging in protected political speech, violating his First Amendment and Fourteenth Amendment rights.
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Stop SB 293: Protect Ohio Voters

Ohio lawmakers are considering Senate Bill 293, anti-voter legislation that would close the post-election window for accepted mailed ballots. Instead of having a four-day period following Election Day, ballots received after Election Day would not be counted. TAKE ACTION: Contact the Senate General Government Committee and urge them to REJECT SB 293.
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ACLU of Ohio - Strategic Plan (2025-2028)

ACLU of Ohio - Strategic Plan (2025-2028) Approved by Board of Directors July 12, 2025
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Reviving Ohio’s Democracy, Together

Let's work together to restore what we've lost and revive our democracy ahead of the 2026 Midterms.

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Dec 03, 2025

ACLU of Ohio and Reproductive Rights Law Initiative Sue Ohio Department of Health for Refusal to Provide Documents Pertaining to Toledo Abortion Clinic

The Ohio Department of Health has failed to fulfill its clear legal duty by refusing to promptly provide requested public records that fall cleanly under Ohio public records laws and failing to enable broad public access.

Dec 01, 2025

ACLU of Ohio Condemns Rapid Deportation of Bhutanese Refugee; Urges ICE to Allow Legal Process to Proceed

Nov 25, 2025

ACLU of Ohio and National ACLU File Amicus Brief, Raising Fourth Amendment Violation Concerns Regarding Police Drug Sniffing Canines

Drug sniffing canines are instruments of law enforcement used to carry out an officer’s duties. Therefore, their actions are an extension of their handling officer.

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