Thread: Witness status

Should the Legislature pass a bill that would prohibit police from questioning the nationality or immigration status of victims or witnesses of crimes?

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Story that goes with this poll is here:

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Poll is on the upper right side of this story(link below):

http://www.elpasotimes.com/news/ci_17367183

Poll Results

Yes, it s the only way they ll feel safe enough to come forward.
26.57 %
Maybe, it depends on the crime.
8.212 %
No, police should be able to question anyone s immigration status.
65.21 %

If a witness to a murder was in the process found to be a robber or rapist should their crime be ignored because they are a witness to a murder? Should really 1 crime be considered forgivable as long as they assist in solving another?

We're a country founded on the Rule of Law, commit a crime and pay the penalty. Never overlook a suspicion or evidence on another crime in favor of solving a different one.

Total Votes = 385

Yes, it s the only way they ll feel safe enough to come forward.
27.01 %

Maybe, it depends on the crime.
9.610 %

No, police should be able to question anyone s immigration status.
63.37 %