Sarah's Law: Mandatory Detention for Aliens Charged with Serious Crimes
This law introduces new rules for detaining non-citizens accused of crimes resulting in death or serious injury to another person. It aims to enhance public safety by ensuring quicker action in such cases. Additionally, the law mandates that authorities inform victims or their families about the accused's immigration status and history.
Key points
Immigration authorities must detain non-citizens charged with crimes causing death or serious bodily harm.
Victims of crimes or their families will be regularly informed about the accused non-citizen's immigration and criminal status.
The law seeks to protect victims' rights and provide them with access to crucial information.
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