DOJ threatens to cut federal funds to Alabama for unconstitutional enforcement of HB56

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From Montgomery Advertiser:

Law enforcement agencies in Alabama began receiving letters Tuesday from the U.S. Department of Justice cautioning them not to infringe on people’s constitutional rights when enforcing the state’s immigration law.

The letter, signed by Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez, is being sent to all sheriff’s offices and police departments in the state that receive federal funds, Justice Department spokeswoman Xochitl Hinojosa said.

Montgomery County Sheriff D.T. Marshall and Autauga County Sheriff Herbie Johnson both said they have received copies of the letter.

Montgomery Public Safety Department spokeswoman Martha Earnhardt said the Montgomery Police Department had not yet received the letter.

The letter warns law enforcement agencies that the federal government could terminate federal funds or file lawsuits against agencies that violate civil rights laws.

The letter also states that federal officials might request records from the agencies, including training materials related to the immigration law.

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