Mid-Shore sheriffs among those suing state for controversial immigration bill
The sheriffs say the laws block detainers, custody transfers and other cooperation with federal immigration agents, and could jeopardize public safety.
- On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, sheriffs from 17 Maryland counties filed a federal lawsuit challenging the state's recently enacted Community Trust Act and the ban on 287 agreements with federal immigration authorities.
- The legislation, which Governor Wes Moore allowed to become law without his signature, prohibits local agencies from honoring immigration detainers or sharing information with ICE unless a judicial warrant is presented.
- Plaintiffs argue the mandates violate the U.S. Constitution's Supremacy Clause, stating, "These prohibitions intentionally obstruct federal law enforcement and thwart Plaintiffs' obligation to uphold the Constitution of the United States."
- The lawsuit names Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Attorney General Anthony Brown as defendants, with sheriffs seeking a federal judge to block enforcement of the restrictive policies.
- All Eastern Shore sheriffs joined the action, citing concerns that the legislation creates "ambiguities around joint investigations" that could jeopardize public safety and impede cooperation with federal partners.
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Adams, other sheriffs sue state over Community Trust Act
ANNAPOLIS — Cecil County Sheriff Scott Adams is among 17 sheriffs throughout Maryland who have filed a federal lawsuit against Gov. Wes Moore over a newly enacted law that limits the ability of law enforcement, particularly correctional officers, to communicate…
Maryland sheriffs file lawsuit against state law prohibiting cooperation with immigration agents
The lawsuit argues that the law's prohibitions "intentionally obstruct federal law enforcement and thwart Plaintiffs’ obligation to uphold the Constitution of the United States."
Seventeen Maryland Sheriffs Sue State over "Community Trust Act"
Image Courtesy of Queen Anne’s County’s Sheriff Office MARYLAND – Sheriffs from across the state of Maryland convened in Annapolis on Wednesday to announce legal action they are taking against the state. The sheriffs, joined by the Federation for American Immigration Reform, argue that the state’s newly enacted “Community Trust Act” undermines public safety and restricts cooperation between local law...
Eastern Shore sheriffs join federal lawsuit over Maryland ICE restrictions
All of Maryland’s Eastern Shore sheriffs are now part of a federal lawsuit challenging the state’s newly passed immigration enforcement restrictions, escalating a fight that has drawn sharp reaction from local law enforcement for months.
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Mid-Shore sheriffs among those suing state for controversial immigration bill
ANNAPOLIS — Seventeen Maryland sheriffs filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday challenging a newly enacted state immigration law that has drawn criticism from law enforcement officials, including several on the Eastern Shore.
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