Expands obstructing legal process crime and requires sheriffs to hold persons subject to immigration detainers.
The bill expands the crime of obstructing legal process to include interfering with peace officers, firefighters, and emergency care personnel. It also mandates that county sheriffs detain individuals subject to immigration detainers for up to 48 hours. Additionally, the bill prohibits local ordinances that limit cooperation with federal immigration officials. The changes apply to crimes committed on or after August 1, 2026.
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