Deerfield Public Schools District 109 in Illinois is facing a criminal referral to the Department of Justice (DOJ) following allegations made by the law firm America First Legal (AFL). The referral stems from claims that the district's policies regarding transgender students in locker rooms violated the privacy of female students.
AFL alleges that female students were forced to change clothes in the presence of a transgender student. They argue that this policy created a hostile environment and infringed upon the girls' right to privacy. The law firm has requested the DOJ to investigate the district's actions and determine whether criminal charges are warranted.
The school district has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations. The DOJ is currently reviewing the referral and will determine whether a full investigation is necessary. This case highlights the ongoing debate surrounding transgender student rights and the balance between inclusivity and privacy concerns in schools.
Illinois School District Faces DOJ Referral Over Transgender Student Policy
An Illinois school district is under scrutiny after allegations surfaced regarding its policy on transgender students in locker rooms. America First Legal (AFL) has filed a criminal referral with the Department of Justice (DOJ), claiming the district's actions violated the privacy rights of female students. The allegations center around claims that girls were compelled to change clothes in the presence of a transgender student. The DOJ is now reviewing the referral.