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Free Speech Court Cases

Clean Water Action, Inc.
v. Town of Johnston

FREEDOM OF SPEECH. (2004-2005)

Federal lawsuit challenging a town ordinance barring door-to-door charitable solicitation after 6 PM. A temporary restraining order was issued, and attorneys fees and damages were awarded in settlement of the case. Cooperating Attorney: Carolyn Mannis

Documents

Lawsuit

News Releases:

March 17, 2004 -- ACLU Challenges Political Canvassing Restrictions in Johnston

April 15, 2005 -- ACLU Settles Challenge to Political Canvassing Restrictions in Johnston


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