The North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association’s Perspective on the 287(g) Jail Enforcement Model

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

These opening articles present different view-points on a controversial federal program that uses local law enforcement officials to help identify and deport suspected unauthorized immigrants. Edmond W.Caldwell Jr. describes the experience of several sheriffs and the support of the program by the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association. Hannah Gill, Mai Thi Nguyen,Katherine Lewis Parker,and Deborah Weissman express concerns and criticisms focusing on perceived legal and social effects of the program.

Citation: 
Caldwell, Edmond W., Jr et. Al. "The North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association’s Perspective on the 287(g) Jail Enforcement Model." Popular Government 74, no. 3 (Spring 2009): 2-21.
Download (pdf, 1.45 MB)
Public Officials - Courts and Judicial Administration Roles
Topics - Courts and Judicial Administration
Public Officials - Local and State Government Roles