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ACLU Sues to Protect Native American Student's Religious Freedom

The ACLU of Louisiana has filed suit on behalf of Seth Chaisson, a Native American student at Juban Parc Junior High School in Denham Springs, Louisiana who was suspended for growing his hair in accordance with his cultural and religious practices.

March 31, 2011

Native American Student Suspended for Refusal to Cut Hair

In a fight for religious freedom, the ACLU of Louisiana has enrolled to represent a Native American student at Juban Parc Junior High School in Denham Springs, LA. Seth Chaisson, a member of the United Houma Nation, grows his hair long for cultural and religious reasons.

March 18, 2011

NOPD's First Amendment Training Documents Requested By ACLU

Concerned about repeated interference with the public's right to photograph police conduct, the ACLU of Louisiana has send a request to Superintendent Ronal Serpas seeking documents pertaining to First Amendment training provided to NOPD officers.

March 15, 2011