Baltimore's Sanctuary City Policy
Baltimore's commitment to limiting local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting immigrant residents from unnecessary targeting.
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Baltimore has taken steps to limit local law enforcement cooperation with ICE, providing some protection for immigrant residents going about their daily lives.
Key Protections
- No immigration enforcement by local police: Baltimore police don’t ask about immigration status during routine interactions
- No ICE in city buildings: Limits on ICE access to schools, hospitals, and city facilities
- Trust Act compliance: Local jails don’t honor ICE detainer requests without judicial warrants
Why This Matters
When local police become extensions of immigration enforcement, immigrant communities stop trusting all authorities—making them less likely to report crimes, seek emergency services, or participate in civic life. Sanctuary policies help maintain that trust.
Ongoing Work
Advocates continue to push for stronger protections and better enforcement of existing policies.
Join a Rapid Response Network
Be part of a community network that responds when ICE is spotted in the area, helping to warn neighbors and document enforcement activity.
Attend a Know Your Rights Training
Learn about your constitutional rights during immigration encounters and how to exercise them safely. Many local organizations offer regular trainings.
Help Families Document Their Stories
Assist immigrant families in gathering and organizing documents, photos, and records that may be important for legal cases or family history.