287(g) Program

The 287(g) Program allows local and state law enforcement agencies to collaborate with federal immigration authorities, primarily Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Under this partnership, trained officers can identify and detain non-citizens suspected of violating immigration laws, often during routine policing. The goal is to enhance public safety by ensuring that individuals with serious immigration violations are identified and apprehended. The program emphasizes cooperation while respecting legal and civil rights, but it also raises discussions about immigration enforcement, community trust, and resource allocation.