Thread: N.M.: Martinez orders police to ask about immigration

Martinez orders police to ask about immigration

Jan 31, 2011 7:23pm

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Republican Gov. Susana Martinez directed state police on Monday to start asking about the immigration status of people arrested for crimes.

The executive order by Martinez rescinds a policy implemented in 2005 by then Gov. Bill Richardson, a Democrat.

Richardson's executive order prohibited state law enforcement from asking about a person's immigration status only for the purpose of determining whether the individual was in violation of federal immigration laws.

"This order takes the handcuffs off of New Mexico's law enforcement officers in their mission to keep our communities safe," Martinez said in a statement. "The criminal justice system should have the authority to determine the immigration status of all criminals, regardless of race or ethnicity, and report illegal immigrants who commit crimes to federal authorities."

However, Martinez said law enforcement working for state agencies will continue to be barred from asking about the immigration status of someone who is a crime victim, a witness to a crime or seeking police assistance. Richardson had ordered that in 2005.

Scott Darnell, a spokesman for Martinez, said state police will not ask about immigration status of motorists stopped for traffic violations such as speeding. The administration's policy applies only when someone is arrested for a crime, he said.

Martinez's policy drew criticism from a civil rights group.

"This executive order invites racial profiling by giving an incentive to police to arrest people who look and sound 'foreign.' New Mexicans should not have to fear that a broken taillight or other pretextual stop will lead to their arrest because of the color of their skin," said Peter Simonson, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union in New Mexico.

Before her election as governor, Martinez was district attorney in Dona Ana County in southern New Mexico.

During last year's gubernatorial campaign, Martinez criticized Richardson for having a "sanctuary" policy on illegal immigration. Martinez also has said she wants to repeal a state law enacted during Richardson's tenure that allows driver's licenses for illegal immigrants.

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This is great news!

She has seen the damage of this invasion for years. Hopefully all states take the lead on this issue also. GOD BLESS YOU GOVERNOR!

All the illegal immigrants in NM will just move to Nevada where jobs are PLENTIFUL for them in Harry Reid's Mob's Casinos and Hotels....

Originally Posted by American-ized

All the illegal immigrants in NM will just move to Nevada where jobs are PLENTIFUL for them in Harry Reid's Mob's Casinos and Hotels....

GOOD, more pressure on Reid.

Just after we get high majority control of the house, senate, and presidency in 2013 when the liberals are shot down pass an Amendment for this "No government official or entity shall at any time put the needs of foreign interests ahead of the needs of the American Citizens, such acts are Treason to their office and oath and will be prosecuted by the SC as such"

Of course could use better wording and more definition but something along those lines. Then everytime a politician is thinking about poor illegal aliens, amnesty, or increasing immigration or specify specific areas against US interests we charge them with treason against their oath.

State of New Mexico
Office Of The Governor

GOVERNOR SUSANA MARTINEZ RESCINDS NEW MEXICO SANCTUARY STATUS

SANTA FE – Governor Susana Martinez announced today that she has signed an executive order rescinding sanctuary status for illegal immigrants who commit crimes in New Mexico while protecting victims and witnesses of criminal acts. The order signed by Governor Martinez directs law enforcement officers to inquire about the immigration status of those who are arrested for committing crimes.

“This order takes the handcuffs off of New Mexico’s law enforcement officers in their mission to keep our communities safe,â€

HIP HIP HORRAY!!!!!!!

Governor Susana Martinez is nothing less than a hero in my book!

What a terrific lady to have on our side.

Originally Posted by OneNationUnderGod

HIP HIP HORRAY!!!!!!!

Governor Susana Martinez is nothing less than a hero in my book!

What a terrific lady to have on our side.

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Janet Napolitano and Eric Holder will get RIGHT ON THIS ...

Originally Posted by ALIPAC

This is great news!

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This needs to be done across the entire country, since Mexico views the entire nation as THEIR SANCTUARY.

California could reverse their bankruptcy.