Immigrants' Rights

The fundamental constitutional protections of due process and equal protection embodied in our Constitution and Bill of Rights apply to every person, regardless of immigration status.

Immigrants' Rights

People who are immigrants are — and have always been — a vital part of our state's history, culture, and economy. But immigrant communities are profiled, harassed, and demonized. The ACLU of Indiana, along with statewide partners, is speaking up for the dignity of all our neighbors — including undocumented communities.

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Trump Administration Backs Down on Revocation of Legal Status of Indiana International Students

Plaintiffs in two federal ACLU of Indiana lawsuits have received notice from their university that their status as international students has been restored.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
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Gov. Braun's First 100 Days More Like a Campaign Than Governance

Gov. Braun's first 100 days have been marked by executive orders and actions that have stoked fear and alienation among some Hoosiers instead of addressing nuts and bolts issues for everyone.
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Judge Denies ACLU of Indiana’s Request for Temporary Restraining Order in Lawsuit to Safeguard International Students’ Rights

A U.S. District Court judge denied the ACLU of Indiana's request for a temporary restraining order to protect seven Indiana international students whose lawful status was terminated without explanation.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
Court Case
May 15, 2017

Exodus Refugee Immigration v. Pence