Answer to Judy and NoBueno
If I use race, I do it to provide an example, not to make an authoritative statement.
NoBueno, the probable cause answer you came up with(pulling someone over) is valid, but it does not address the many illegals that do not drive. How would a police officer have probable cause to ascertain one's immigration status if that person was simply walking down the street, is at a restaurant, or is at home?
Re: Answer to Judy and NoBueno
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Originally Posted by Lstudent
If I use race, I do it to provide an example, not to make an authoritative statement.
NoBueno, the probable cause answer you came up with(pulling someone over) is valid, but it does not address the many illegals that do not drive. How would a police officer have probable cause to ascertain one's immigration status if that person was simply walking down the street, is at a restaurant, or is at home?
Many illegals do not drive? I disagree with that as well, but that is besides the point.
I nor anyone else is suggesting that police officers act as defacto immigration officers. If during the course of the regular duties, they come in contact with an individual and have probable cause to believe they may be in this country illegally, that officer would have the right to detain that individual until such time as immigration authorities can be notified.
Generally, police officers do not have PC to stop and question people who are simply walking down the street or eating in a restaurant. But let me consult my Con Law Horn book to make sure...LOL
Re: Answer to Judy and NoBueno
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Originally Posted by Lstudent
If I use race, I do it to provide an example, not to make an authoritative statement.
NoBueno, the probable cause answer you came up with(pulling someone over) is valid, but it does not address the many illegals that do not drive. How would a police officer have probable cause to ascertain one's immigration status if that person was simply walking down the street, is at a restaurant, or is at home?
An example of what?!
The same way they ascertain and arrest US citizens suspected of violating our laws. They either have an exigent circumstance, suspicious behavior, tip, investigation, a search warrant or an arrest warrant.