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Standard Summary
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The Laken Riley Act mandates detention of certain undocumented immigrants charged with theft and related crimes, expanding immigration enforcement requirements.
Key Points
- 1Requires DHS to detain undocumented immigrants charged with theft or burglary
- 2Expands list of deportable criminal offenses to include theft-related charges
- 3Provides state attorneys general with enforcement authority
- 4Amends immigration laws to strengthen detention and removal procedures
- 5Establishes expedited court processes for enforcement actions
- 6Limits injunctive relief for certain immigration enforcement challenges
Impact Areas
Immigration enforcementState and local law enforcementUndocumented immigrantsFederal courtsState attorneys generalCriminal justice system
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