Press Releases

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Oct 09, 2015

Gov. Brown Vetoes Risky "Enhanced” Drivers License Bill

Civil rights advocates welcome California’s rejection of unnecessary and outdated technology
Issue Areas: Privacy and Technology
Oct 08, 2015

In Landmark Victory for Digital Privacy, Gov. Brown Signs California Electronic Communications Privacy Act into Law

Sends Message to Nation About Importance of Saying No to Warrantless Digital Searches
Issue Areas: Privacy and Technology
Sep 08, 2015

Assembly Passes Digital Privacy Bill with Strong Bipartisan Support

California Electronic Privacy Act Protects Californians against Warrantless Government Access To Personal Electronic Information
Issue Areas: Privacy and Technology
Feb 08, 2015

Tech Industry Stands with Sen. Leno to Modernize Digital Privacy Protections

California Electronic Privacy Act Protects Californians Against Warrantless Government Access to Electronic Information
Issue Areas: Privacy and Technology
Nov 18, 2014

Appeals Court Rules In Favor of Anonymous Speech in California Prop. 35 Case

ACLU of Northern California, EFF Prevail in Appeal Over Internet Restrictions for Registered Sex Offenders
Issue Areas: Criminal Law Reform, Privacy and Technology