American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts

Rule Changes

Plaintiff in the lawsuit that won the disclosure order

The Massachusetts State Police must tell the public where its automatic license plate reader cameras sit, a Suffolk Superior Court judge ruled September 2. The agency is reviewing the decision and weighing an appeal; it has 30 days from the judgment to file.

Updated 5 days ago

Rule Changes

Leading campaign against Flock in Massachusetts

Four more Massachusetts towns cut ties with Flock Safety on the same day, bringing the total to over two dozen communities that have rejected the company's automated license plate readers. Abington, Ayer, and Groton terminated their contracts, while Southbridge suspended use of the cameras.

Updated Sep 4

Rule Changes

First Circuit upheld the New England class ruling in July 2026

Eight federal appeals courts have rejected the Trump administration's policy of holding immigrants without bond hearings, most recently the Third Circuit on August 28. The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court in June to resolve the split; only the 8th Circuit now sides with the government.

Updated Aug 29