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Building a just society

We pursue systemic change for social justice, economic and race equity, and fundamental human rights.

Stories of Justice

Federal appellate decision in bankruptcy case will help prevent employers from avoiding accountability for wage theft

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Read how you’re taking action to build a just society in the PJC’s FY24 annual report

Together with clients, community members, partners, volunteers, and donors, we are advocating in the courts, before legislatures, and with government agencies to advance economic justice and racial equity in...

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Failing to disclose use of facial recognition technology in criminal cases deprives defendants of a fair trial, Appellate Court of Maryland rules

Trial court abused its discretion when it denied Mr. Johnson’s motion to dismiss his case after the State failed to timely disclose its use of facial recognition technology.

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Supreme Court of Maryland decision protects the fair housing rights of Maryland renters

Landlords may not implement practices that have a disparate impact on renters who use a housing voucher to pay part of the rent.

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Brief illustrates how traffic stops perpetuate racialized policing

Brief filed in Rogers v. State of Maryland

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PJC petition urges Supreme Court of Maryland to hold government agencies accountable to the Maryland Public Information Act

The Maryland Public Information Act gives the public the right to access information about the affairs of the government and the official acts of public officials and employees.

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