The United States Supreme Court will announce its decision in Arizona v. United States, the federal government’s legal challenge against SB 1070, by the end of June. The decision will not immediately go into effect in Arizona but its impact will certainly be felt by Arizonans as well as people in states across the country that have passed copycat laws. Read the ACLU's FAQs for more information on the Supreme Court case and find out what's at stake for Arizonans and those in states with copycat laws.
It is important to stay informed, know your rights, and report any abuse. If you feel your rights have been violated, please report it to the American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona (ACLU-AZ) at www.acluaz.org/get-help.
The legal fight against SB 1070 is far from over. The ACLU and a coalition of civil rights groups will move forward in a separate lawsuit challenging SB 1070. Read more about the ACLU's case against SB 1070.