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The American Civil Liberties Union of Delaware and the Delaware Coalition for Smart Justice sent a letter to Governor John Carney today urging immediate action to protect one of Delaware’s most vulnerable populations: those living and working in correctional facilities.
In light of the emergence of the coronavirus threat and the institution of a state of emergency, we need to make sure that officials are doing everything they can to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in correctional facilities.
Due to COVID-19 precautions, the ACLU of Delaware office is closed effective Monday, March 16, 2020 until it is safe for the office to reopen. Our operations continue unhindered.
It is essential that all government officials follow public health experts’ recommendations to help ensure a response plan that protects the health, safety, and civil liberties of all.