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Florida ups the stakes for crimes by immigrants in the US illegally

The Florida Sheriffs Association announced that all 67 counties will assist federal immigration authorities in detaining undocumented immigrants with criminal records, following state law SB 2-C.
Sheriff Grady Judd stated that the program expects to be fully operational within 15 to 30 days and emphasizes the need for bed capacity.
Kara Gross from the American Civil Liberties Union of Florida criticized the law, stating it is 'overly broad and vague,' warning it could lead to racial profiling of perceived immigrants.
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri highlighted that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's current capacity is full, which raises concerns about the system being overwhelmed.

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Time Magazine

Florida Ups Stakes for Crimes by Immigrants in U.S. Illegally

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — For most people in Florida, misdemeanor theft can result in up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine. For an immigrant illegally in Florida, that same crime now carries a felony punishment of up to five years behind bars and a $5,000 fine. The new laws in Florida come as President Donald Trump cracks down on illegal immigration. They impose harsher penalties for offenses committed by people illegally in the U.S. than for everyo…

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Florida ups the stakes for crimes by immigrants in the US illegally

New laws in Florida mandate stiffer criminal penalties for immigrants in the U.S. illegally than for everyone else. That could mean extra years behind bars for misdemeanor crimes and might

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Sun-Sentinel

Florida sheriffs’ ICE agreements will lead to ‘street-level’ immigration enforcement, DeSantis says

All 67 county sheriffs in Florida have now entered into agreements with federal authorities that will lead to "street-level" immigration enforcement, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced in South Florida Wednesday.

2 days ago·Deerfield Beach, United States

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Breitbart

Florida Sheriffs Will Work with Federal Agents on Immigration Enforcement

Sheriffs in Florida said Monday they will work with federal agents for enforcement on illegal immigration in the state.

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Tampa Bay Times

Florida sheriffs pledge to assist immigration authorities, ask for resources

Pinellas County’s Bob Gualtieri and Polk’s Grady Judd are among the sheriffs working at the state level.

4 days ago·Tampa, United States

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floridadaily.com

Florida Sheriffs Association on Board With ICE Deportations

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