Requires law enforcement and courts to notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) when an arrested person or defendant is not a United States citizen; adjusts certain maximum sentences for class A misdemeanors and unclassified misdemeanors; requires notification to be made to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency prior to the release of certain noncitizens; repeals provisions of the "protect our courts act".
Summary
Bill A02262 mandates that law enforcement and courts in New York State notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency when an arrested individual or defendant is not a U.S. citizen. This includes forwarding fingerprints and arrest reports to ICE upon arrest and notifying ICE immediately upon conviction. Additionally, the bill adjusts maximum sentences for class A misdemeanors and unclassified misdemeanors, and it requires that noncitizens be reported to ICE prior to their release from correctional facilities. The bill also repeals certain provisions of the 'Protect Our Courts Act', which previously limited cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities.
Impact
If enacted, this bill would significantly alter the interaction between state law enforcement and federal immigration authorities, potentially increasing the number of noncitizens reported to ICE. It would amend existing criminal procedure laws and correction laws, thereby changing how noncitizens are treated within the criminal justice system in New York. The repeal of the 'Protect Our Courts Act' provisions may also lead to increased cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration enforcement, which could have implications for community trust in law enforcement among immigrant populations.
Sentiment
The sentiment around Bill A02262 appears to be mixed, with some support from lawmakers who advocate for stricter immigration enforcement, while others express concern about its potential impact on immigrant communities and the relationship between these communities and law enforcement. The bill was held for consideration in the Assembly Codes Committee, indicating ongoing debate and scrutiny.
Contention
Notable points of contention include the potential for increased fear and mistrust among immigrant communities towards law enforcement due to the mandatory reporting of noncitizens to ICE. Advocates for immigrant rights argue that this could deter individuals from reporting crimes or cooperating with police. Supporters of the bill, however, argue that it is necessary for public safety and accountability within the criminal justice system.
Same As
Requires law enforcement and courts to notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) when an arrested person or defendant is not a United States citizen; adjusts certain maximum sentences for class A misdemeanors and unclassified misdemeanors; requires notification to be made to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency prior to the release of certain noncitizens; repeals provisions of the "protect our courts act".
Requires law enforcement and courts to notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) when an arrested person or defendant is not a United States citizen; adjusts certain maximum sentences for class A misdemeanors and unclassified misdemeanors; requires notification to be made to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency prior to the release of certain noncitizens; repeals provisions of the "protect our courts act".
Requiring certain law enforcement agencies to apply for and enter into agreements with United States immigration and customs enforcement for the enforcement of federal immigration laws.
Relating to agreements between local law enforcement agencies and United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enforce federal immigration law.
Requires that individuals requesting public assistance who are not United States citizens be reported to United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)
Publicly funded state and local institutions required to provide notice to United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement when certain noncitizens are being housed in a facility under the institution's control.
Makes all offenses qualifying offenses for bail where the principal is a non-citizen; requires courts remand without bail when any principal charged with an offense has an outstanding United States immigration and customs enforcement detainer; includes federal laws, rules, and regulations in the definition of offense; allows police officers to detain certain non-citizens; reinstates the maximum sentence for misdemeanors as three hundred sixty-five days.