Oregon is a Sanctuary State.

That means state and local government, including law enforcement, cannot enforce federal immigration law without a court order signed by a judge!

Your rights

Oregon law says every person can work, go to school, report a crime, go to the police, go to court, and access government services without being reported to federal immigration authorities (ICE) by an Oregon state or local government agency.

SERVICES

When in custody, State or Local government and Law Enforcement cannot deny:

  • Service
  • Benefits
  • Privileges
  • Opportunities based on immigration status

When Immigration Status is Questioned

If federal agencies ask state or local government or police for information, assistance or access that relates to immigration enforcement without a judicial warrant, Oregon law requires 4 Steps for state and local government agencies:

  • 1

    Deny the request

  • 2

    Document the communication or request

  • 3

    Report to internal agency management

  • 4

    Management must report to the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission