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Zion police chief reaffirms department will not enforce federal immigration laws, cites Illinois Trust Act
Summary
Police Chief Barton told the council the Zion Police Department does not enforce federal immigration law and does not detain people solely on immigration status, citing the Illinois Trust Act. The chief said staff discussed the issue with the state's attorney after recent enforcement activity in the region.
Zion — Police Chief Barton told the Zion City Council on Oct. 7 that the Zion Police Department does not enforce federal immigration laws and will not detain individuals based solely on immigration status, citing the requirements of the Illinois Trust Act.
Chief Barton said department policy aligns with state law: officers do…
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