DATE:
March 11, 2025
09
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT: ENDING SUPER SANCTUARY COUNTY STATUS BY REPEALING BOARD POLICY L-2 (DISTRICTS: ALL)Title
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OVERVIEW
Public safety is a fundamental responsibility of local government, and the ability of law enforcement to effectively protect communities is essential. However, existing policies limit local cooperation with federal immigration authorities, creating obstacles in addressing public safety threats.
The California Values Act (Senate Bill 54), commonly referred to as Sanctuary State law, limits the ability of law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. This creates obstacles in the identification and removal of individuals who pose a threat to public safety.
SB 54 allows for limited exceptions so that law enforcement agencies can cooperate with federal immigration authorities when someone has been convicted of serious felonies. On December 10, 2024 (29), the Board adopted Board Policy L-2, which limits County departments' cooperation with federal immigration authorities, including in cases involving individuals convicted of violent crimes.
Board Policy L-2 goes beyond what current state law requires and prioritizes criminals over the safety and well-being of our communities. There are existing federal protections in place to protect victims of crimes, regardless of immigration status.
Today's action would repeal Board Policy L-2 and all associated actions.
RECOMMENDATIONS
SUPERVISOR JIM DESMOND
1. Repeal Board Policy L-2, Cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
2. Repeal Resolution #24-139, Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Diego Adding Board Policy L-2, Cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
3. Reverse all direction from December 10, 2024 (29) provided to the Chief Administrative Officer.
EQUITY IMPACT STATEMENT
Ensuring public safety is a foundational aspect of achieving equity and community wel...
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