After the Department of Homeland Security briefly listed Clark County as a sanctuary jurisdiction, Sheriff John Horch pushed back, saying his office does not obstruct immigration enforcement but also doesn’t enforce federal law. Under state law, local deputies are prohibited from carrying out federal immigration duties, though they may assist in emergencies or with valid warrants. Where do you stand?
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Sheriff responds to DHS listing Clark County as a sanctuary jurisdiction
Clark County Sheriff John Horch expressed surprise at Clark County's temporary inclusion on a DHS sanctuary jurisdiction list and clarified the department's cooperation p...
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