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Civil Rights

When the government or institutions violate constitutional rights — and what courts do about it.

The breakdown

What civil rights covers

Police misconduct

Excessive force, false arrest, and Section 1983 claims.

Discrimination by government

Unequal treatment by public agencies.

First Amendment

Speech, protest, and religious freedom cases.

Prisoner rights

Conditions, medical care, and due process behind bars.

Disability rights

ADA access to buildings, services, and programs.

Voting rights

Access to the ballot and election disputes.

School and student rights

Discipline, speech, and equal access in education.

Housing discrimination

Fair housing violations by landlords and lenders.

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