Friday, 14 June 2013

Unlawful Immigration Practice And The Federal Constitution

By Mike Osmond


The Latino community has grown steadily reaching over 50 million Hispanics in the United States in 2011. Despite the immigration reform that is underway, the constitution and its system for illegal immigrants remain deeply divided with a rise in the number of cases of discrimination. The Phoenix case has received increased attention as a result of unlawful practice that has shed a great deal of light on immigrant laws and rights.

We have determined that the United States reform may not benefit highly skilled immigrants. This is attributed to the small number of foreign workers in America required to obtain a work visa and renew their legal status every 3 years that is expensive and difficult. Legalities are encountered before green cards and citizenship are attained.

These lengthy processes have contributed to a rise in the number of illegal immigrants seeking shortcuts to obtain the specific citizenship that is without the issues and scrutiny that are so often encountered. It is not a fair practice and those who have obtained legal status are negatively impacted in terms of voting rights and discrimination. There are a number of issues that have been raised regarding the fair treatment of United States immigrants.

The trial that occurred over a 3 week period in the middle of the year, involved the sheriff and the discriminatory practice of racial profiling against Latinos and issuing of detentions. The investigations have indicated that the Phoenix Arizona authorities where implementing illegal measures resulting in singling out the Hispanic community members. The federal court recognized the fact that such unlawful practice violates the constitution and is considered un-American.

Immigration lawyers have stated that law enforcement requesting papers from Latinos when issuing traffic stops and detentions is simply unconstitutional. This is based on the court ruling that policies and practices issued by Arpaio and his office violate the amendments of the Civil Rights Act of the 1960s. This victory has been celebrated by the Latino community organization, who welcome the stance in recognition of having experienced ongoing discrimination.

Research has indicated that 22 percent of Latinos have been discriminated in comparison to 6 percent of white communities. There are a great number of Hispanics who are legally working and living in the country whereas illegal immigrants continue to make it difficult for citizens. The small number of Latinos with legal statuses experience ongoing prejudice.

The evidence concerned the violation of the equal protection clause. Immigration lawyers managed to prove discriminatory intent as revealed in the internal correspondence and public statements of the sheriff. Nancy Ramirez of the western regional counsel had stated that the victims of racial profiling have finally been heard.

The Maricopa County ruling has assisted in putting an end to a culture of fear. While the U. S. Reform focuses on ways to manage illegal immigration, we believe the key is to create awareness and education among communities to prevent against racial profiling and prejudice. Authorities should be educated with regards to adherence to the law, non-discriminatory practice, and the public encouraged to report any incidences of a violation against rights.




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