Some Maryland sheriffs sue state over immigration legislation

Added: 2026-05-28

[00:00:00]In the meantime, two controversial immigration bills have now become law without Governor Moore's signature. One of them, the Community Trust Act, which stops law enforcement from holding someone for ICE without a warrant, except for felony crimes and sex offenders. Across the state, have pushed back on the legislation, now filing a class action lawsuit. WJZ spoke to Carroll County Sheriff Jim Dewey said our concerns from some law enforcement officers.

[00:00:25]It will It will cause a public safety issue within every community. We will be releasing individuals back into our community that we know immigration enforcement is is wanting.

[00:00:38]And Governor Moore did acknowledge there were some issues with the legislation that needs to be worked out next session. The Community Trust Act set to go into effect in June.