Local Law Enforcement Agencies

287(g) Program Created, Deputizing Local Police for Immigration Enforcement

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Section 287(g) of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) takes effect, creating a program allowing the Immigration and Naturalization Service to deputize state and local law enforcement officers to perform immigration enforcement functions. Under 287(g) agreements, …

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