1. An Immigration Court Sequel.
- Author
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Sandler, Michael
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LEGAL judgments , *MUNICIPAL ordinances , *IMMIGRATION law - Abstract
The article reports on the ruling of Federal District Judge James M. Munley that the city of Hazleton in Pennsylvania violated the constitution by enacting its own immigration ordinance. Florida Republican Mel Martinez believes that the decision would not discourage other cities and states from pushing their own ordinances. Hazleton officials state that they will file an appeal. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) cites that 100 municipalities have attempted to pass ordinances that restrict immigration.
- Published
- 2007