NYC Council leaders are requesting an investigation into potential violations of sanctuary laws by the NYPD. They cite incidents where police records may have been shared with federal agents, possibly leading to civil immigration enforcement actions. The lawmakers express concerns that these actions compromise New Yorkers' Constitutional rights, resulting in wrongful detentions. Specific cases highlighted include Merwil Gutiérrez Flores, who was deported without due process, and Leqaa Kordia, whose sealed arrest record was provided to federal investigators.
The request for investigation highlights concerns that NYPD may have shared information with federal agents, potentially violating sanctuary laws designed to protect immigrant rights.
The incidents reported involve the NYPD allegedly providing federal agencies with information leading to civil immigration enforcement actions, undermining due process for individuals.
Recent reports indicate that NYPD records have been used in deportation cases, raising alarms over the intersection of civil immigration enforcement and local law enforcement.
Specific cases cited include Merwil Gutiérrez Flores and Leqaa Kordia, where police cooperation with federal agencies has reportedly resulted in wrongful detentions and deportations.
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