Gov. Susana Martinez's executive order authorizing state police officers
to inquire about the
immigration status of a person arrested on a criminal charge has fueled debate across
the state.
Critics of the decision say it gives state police too much power and that
rescinding the state's sanctuary policy leaves room for racial profiling.
However, governor's spokesman Scott Darnell said Monday's decision
— which revoked a policy signed by former Gov. Bill Richardson in
2005 — addresses a public-safety issue and fulfills a commitment
Martinez made during her campaign
