04 Oct 2011

Latino profiling surges at state, local level

"What do all of these incidents have in common? They all occurred in states that have passed “Show me your papers” legislation. However, none of these states have legally enforceable mechanisms for implementing the legislation, as their enforcement dates are being held up in the courts. As a result, legal experts argue that the police actions noted above are illegal and a reflection of racial profiling."

Andrew Kennis, AlterNet, Sept. 27, 2011.