Arizona Immigration Law (SB 1070)

Arizona’s SB 1070, enacted in 2010, is a law aimed at addressing illegal immigration. It requires law enforcement officers to verify the immigration status of individuals they reasonably suspect are unlawfully present in the U.S., especially during lawful stops, traffic stops, or arrests. The law also makes it a crime for undocumented immigrants to seek work and allows police to arrest suspected undocumented individuals without a warrant in certain situations. Critics argue it promotes racial profiling and discrimination, while supporters believe it strengthens immigration enforcement. The law has faced legal challenges and has been partially struck down by courts.