Arizona Voters Approve Prop 314 to Criminalize Illegal Border Crossings, Increase Fentanyl Penalties, and Allow Deportation Orders

Nov 6, 2024, 08:14 AM

Arizona voters have approved Proposition 314, which aims to increase penalties for fentanyl sales and criminalize illegal border crossings. The measure allows local law enforcement to arrest and detain individuals crossing the southern border without authorization. Additionally, it grants state judges the authority to issue deportation orders. The proposition has gained attention for its implications on immigration enforcement and border security, although there are concerns regarding the legality of certain provisions related to police authority.