Statement from the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office:
Thank you to Governor Cooper for vetoing this unconstitutional bill. Sheriffs across North Carolina must have the ability to determine how to ensure the safety and security for all members of their community as they were elected to do.
It is vital that members of our immigrant community can call the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office without fear when they are in need of assistance from law enforcement.
My office will continue to comply with all applicable state and federal laws, however, we do not make or enforce immigration laws, that is not part of our law enforcement duties.
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