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Legal Observer Certification

The National Lawyers Guild and American Civil Liberties Union's involvement in legal observer certification and training.

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Jan 28, 2026
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What are differences between NLG, ACLU, and independent local legal observer curricula and standards?

runs a trademarked, formal ® certification with standardized training templates distributed from the national office but delivered by local chapters , also runs or partners in trainings with similar e...

Jan 30, 2026

How have NLG Legal Observer reports been used as evidence in lawsuits against police?

Legal Observer (LO) reports—notes, photos, video, and witness statements gathered by trained observers—are routinely created to serve as documentary evidence in both criminal defenses and civil lawsui...