LAPD distributes pamphlets, emphasizes nonparticipation in civil immigration enforcement at community events
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Los Angeles Police Department distributed booklets and discussed immigration policy at community outreach events, saying the department does not participate in civil immigration enforcement and that the events build trust and educate residents.
Los Angeles Police Department representatives distributed informational booklets and a QR code with the department's immigration policy at community outreach events, the department said.
LAPD representatives said, "we don't participate in civil immigration enforcement," and described the gatherings as opportunities to speak with community members in informal settings so they "know not to be in fear of the police department" while clarifying "what the role of law enforcement is with respect to immigration."
A department speaker contrasted outreach meetings with enforcement operations, saying the events occur where people are "coming in in their own environment" and are not radio calls or enforcement actions but social interactions where officers can answer questions.
Officials said conducting frequent events helps to counter misinformation about LAPD's role in immigration matters. The transcript did not specify which LAPD unit conducted the outreach, whether the pamphlets list specific procedures for officers, or whether any written policy documents were changed as a result of the outreach. The QR code and booklets were described as providing downloadable information for attendees.
Remarks occurred as part of the city's community‑engagement programming; no policy change or formal department action was announced during the segment.