The SB1718 Immigration Law is close to entering into force. Florida passed a few weeks ago one of the strictest immigration laws in USA and that has been generating concern within the foreign community, especially the Latino community, which is the largest in the state and has opted to leave the “Sunshine State.” Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis put his signature on tough new legislation against the undocumented, which he promoted. Next, he learns more about the norm.
What did Ron DeSantis say about the illegal immigration law?
“In Florida, we will not stand by while the federal government abandons its legal duties to protect our country. The legislation I signed today gives Florida the most ambitious anti-illegal immigration laws in the country, fighting the reckless policies of the federal government and ensuring Florida taxpayers don’t foot the bill for illegal immigration,” DeSantis said of the new rule. that they will implement in Florida.
How long ago does the law against illegal immigration take effect in Florida?
This law will enter into force on July 1, 2023. This will force companies with more than 25 employees to use E-Verify, a federal system that determines if employees can legally work in the United States, which expands the number of requirements to be able to hire. In addition, the sanctions will also be extended for all those who do not meet E-Verify requirements.
Another important point is that all those illegals who have a driver’s license from other states will not be able to transit in Florida with it, so they must regulate their situation to operate any vehicle.
Finally, this law against illegal immigrants will require every hospital that accepts Medicaid to include a question on the admission or registration forms that asks if the patient is a US citizen, lawfully present in the US or not.
What to do if you are arrested in Florida?
Migration experts were quoted by the Univision chain to talk about the law against illegal immigration and indicated that the Immigration and Customs Control Service (known as ICE) is responsible for these tasks, so it will be the only entity that can stop to an immigrant for that reason. In other words, no other authority in the state of Florida can arrest someone based on their physical appearance.
“If you are not detained, the person can walk and leave the place. If they tell you that he is detained, ask for a lawyer to assist and guide you. You can take advantage of the Fifth Amendment before you make an incriminating statement that has negative repercussions later on.”specialist Kelly Vega told Univision.
In turn, the lawyer recommended having copies of the immigration process documents, in case you have already started it, with which you can verify that you are not in the United States illegally, because once the status regulation process has started gives some protection to immigrants.
- According to the television network, this is what you should know and do in case of arrest:
- An officer cannot ask you for your documents just because of your physical appearance.
- If so, you can refuse to provide that information.
- Ask if he is detained or arrested. If you can leave the place and move.
You can rely on the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution and tell the officer that you want the assistance of an attorney.