ICE Getting A Colder Shoulder This Year From Cities, Counties

The video discusses the complexities surrounding ICE detainer requests, focusing on the legal, political, and community implications. It highlights the challenges faced by jurisdictions like Boulder, which refuse to comply with ICE requests, citing legal and public safety concerns. The video also explores the broader national context, including varying responses from different states and the impact on community trust in law enforcement.

What is the purpose of an ICE detainer request?

• To request local authorities to hold a suspect for up to 48 hours

• To deport a suspect without any legal process

• To notify local authorities to release a suspect immediately

• To provide legal representation to a suspect

What trend was observed in the rejection of ICE detainer requests from 2016 to the current year?

• A complete compliance with all requests

• A steady rate of 4%

• An increase from 4% to over 9%

• A decrease from 9% to 4%

What is Boulder County Sheriff Joe Pelley's stance on ICE detainer requests?

• He fully supports all ICE detainer requests

• He believes ICE detainer requests are unconstitutional

• He complies with ICE detainer requests without question

• He ignores ICE detainer requests to avoid legal liabilities

What legal requirement does Colorado state law impose on ICE for holding someone in jail?

• ICE does not need any warrant

• ICE must have a local police approval

• ICE must have a state warrant

• ICE must have a federal warrant

What is one potential negative impact of honoring ICE detainer requests according to Boulder’s sheriff?

• It leads to overcrowded jails

• It discourages immigrants from trusting law enforcement

• It increases the crime rate

• It results in higher legal costs