Federal Judge Rules ICE Tactic Unconstitutional in Los Angeles
A federal judge in Los Angeles ruled that ICE's tactic of arresting people in their homes without a warrant is unconstitutional, advocates praised the ruling, and the order applies to ICE's Los Angeles field office only.
Key Points
- Federal judge rules ICE's 'knock and talk' tactic unconstitutional
- Advocates argue ICE rarely obtains judicial warrants
- Order applies only to ICE's Los Angeles field office
- Immigrant advocacy groups praise the ruling
- ICE agents misrepresent themselves to gain entry
Pros
- Immigrants' rights and safety are protected
- Advocates' efforts against ICE practices are validated
Cons
- Years of harm done by ICE cannot be undone immediately