DOJ Civil Rights Division

Today, the Civil Rights Division and the Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative honor all who have served. We remain committed to ensuring that servicemembers and veterans are protected from discrimination and other unlawful practices. Our work continues every day to safeguard the rights of the military community.

Justice Department Sues Lyft for Denying Rides to Passengers with Service Dogs, Wheelchairs

“Individuals with disabilities should be able to rely on rideshare services free of discrimination. We intend to uphold the ADA’s promise that people with disabilities are entitled to equal access in every part of public life, including essential transportation services.” - Acting Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Jesus Osete

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Justice Department Sues the City of Glendale, California for Violating Citizens’ Second Amendment Rights Through Unreasonable Fees and Processes for Legal Firearm Permitting

“The Department of Justice is committed to protecting law abiding citizens’ right to keep and bear arms under the Second Amendment,” said Acting Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Jesus Osete. “The City of Glendale cannot impose unreasonable fees and unbridled discretion that undermines that core constitutional right.”

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Former Kokomo Police Department Officer Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Sexually Assaulting Minor, Lying to Investigators, and Destruction of Records

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The Department of Justice takes all allegations of election-related misconduct in Alaska, including potential ballot fraud, seriously. We are closely monitoring reports of alleged misconduct and reviewing any credible allegations to determine whether further action is warranted.