Colorado Initiative 95 would amend the state constitution to require state and local law enforcement to investigate the immigration status of individuals they charge with a crime. If the individual is not lawfully present or their status cannot be determined, and they are charged with a violent crime or have a prior felony conviction, law enforcement must notify the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
This measure directly challenges Colorado's sanctuary-leaning policies and is part of a broader conservative ballot slate that includes measures on sports, gender surgery, fentanyl, and human trafficking.
Nations have a legitimate right and duty to enforce their borders and laws. Requiring cooperation with federal immigration enforcement on violent criminals upholds the rule of law.
"Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God."
— Romans 13:1 (KJV)