The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled against Teller County Sheriff’s practice of holding undocumented immigrants through a 287(g) agreement with ICE, saying it violates state law. This decision is a huge win for immigrant and mixed-status families in Teller County who have faced years of abuse. The court made it clear that local law enforcement shouldn’t act as federal immigration agents. This is a big step in protecting our community and ensuring no sheriff is above the law. The case will go back to the lower court, but this ruling is a major victory for all Coloradans. Read the full article here.
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