{"id":7898,"date":"2026-11-12T19:20:39","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T19:20:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/?p=7898"},"modified":"2026-11-12T19:20:39","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T19:20:39","slug":"louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/","title":{"rendered":"Louisiana Police Are Signing Up for ICE&#8217;s 287(g) Program: What Changes When Local Officers Enforce Immigration Law"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">By\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/attorneys\/cassandra-harmon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cassandra Harmon<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">For many immigrant families, the local police officer used to be someone you called for help after a car accident or a break-in. Now many families wonder whether that same officer could also hand them over to immigration authorities. That worry is understandable, and in parts of Louisiana it is becoming more real.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">On November 9, 2026, WAFB in Baton Rouge\u00a0reported\u00a0that at least 10 law enforcement agencies in its area have recently joined\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ice.gov\/identify-and-arrest\/287g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ICE&#8217;s 287(g) program<\/a>, which lets ICE delegate certain immigration duties to state and local officers. This post explains what 287(g) is, which agencies are involved, what has not changed, and what families in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas can do now.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">[Table of Contents]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/#what-changed-in-louisiana\" >What Changed in Louisiana?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/#what-287g-means-in-plain-language\" >What 287(g) Means, in Plain Language<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/#what-this-means-for-families-in-louisiana-mississippi-and-texas\" >What This Means for Families in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/#what-has-not-changed\" >What Has Not Changed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/#what-to-do-next\" >What to Do Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/#why-getting-a-lawyer-early-matters\" >Why Getting a Lawyer Early Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/es\/blog\/louisiana-police-are-signing-up-for-ices-287g-program-what-changes-when-local-officers-enforce-immigration-law\/#talk-with-a-mississippi-immigration-lawyer\" >Talk With a Mississippi Immigration Lawyer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"sand-at24cr sand-tyxrsu sand-xzm5a7 sand-wn7fz2 sand-1x419k1 sand-ylt984 sand-1deyeav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-changed-in-louisiana\"><\/span>What Changed in Louisiana?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">According to the WAFB report, agencies that signed 287(g) agreements in 2026 include the Gonzales, Denham Springs, Livingston, Grosse Tete, Port Vincent, Rosedale, Springfield, and Morgan City police departments, the Livingston Parish and Pointe Coupee Parish sheriff&#8217;s offices, and the Louisiana Attorney General&#8217;s Office. Several of these agreements were signed in the last few months.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">Statewide agencies joined earlier. WAFB reported that Louisiana State Police, the State Fire Marshal, Wildlife and Fisheries, Alcohol and Tobacco Control, and the Louisiana Military Department have participated since May 2025. Because those agencies work across the whole state, their participation reaches communities whose local police never signed an agreement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">Nationally, ICE reports that as of November 10, 2026, it has signed 2,774 agreements with law enforcement agencies in 38 states and two U.S. territories.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"sand-at24cr sand-tyxrsu sand-xzm5a7 sand-wn7fz2 sand-1x419k1 sand-ylt984 sand-1deyeav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-287g-means-in-plain-language\"><\/span>What 287(g) Means, in Plain Language<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act allows ICE to train and authorize state and local officers to perform some immigration functions under ICE&#8217;s direction.\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ice.gov\/identify-and-arrest\/287g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ICE describes<\/a>\u00a0three versions of the program:<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">The Jail Enforcement Model.<\/strong>\u00a0Officers in a jail identify and process people who have pending or active criminal charges and who may be deportable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">The Warrant Service Officer Model.<\/strong>\u00a0Officers serve and carry out ICE administrative warrants on people already in their custody.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">The Task Force Model.<\/strong>\u00a0Officers may use limited immigration authority during routine police work or as part of an ICE-led operation. This is the broadest model. WAFB reported that Gonzales police signed up for it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">An administrative immigration warrant is issued by immigration officials, not signed by a judge. That difference matters, and it is one reason families should understand their rights before any encounter.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"sand-at24cr sand-tyxrsu sand-xzm5a7 sand-wn7fz2 sand-1x419k1 sand-ylt984 sand-1deyeav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-this-means-for-families-in-louisiana-mississippi-and-texas\"><\/span>What This Means for Families in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">For families in the affected Louisiana communities, a traffic stop, a jail booking, or another police contact may now be more likely to lead to an immigration check or a transfer to ICE.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">The same trend is happening across the Fifth Circuit. Agencies in Mississippi and Texas also take part in 287(g), and Texas law limits how far local governments can restrict cooperation with ICE. ICE keeps a public\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ice.gov\/identify-and-arrest\/287g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">list of participating agencies<\/a>, so you can check whether agencies near you have signed an agreement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">This is also happening while detention capacity in Louisiana grows. News outlets report that a new 528-bed ICE family and child &#8220;staging&#8221; facility at the Alexandria airport is set to open this week. Louisiana already holds many people in immigration detention, and the Fifth Circuit&#8217;s October ruling on bond hearings, which we explained in our post on the\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/blog\/fifth-circuit-bond-hearing-ruling-mississippi-families\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fifth Circuit bond hearing ruling<\/a>, means many detained people cannot count on a bond hearing.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"sand-at24cr sand-tyxrsu sand-xzm5a7 sand-wn7fz2 sand-1x419k1 sand-ylt984 sand-1deyeav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-has-not-changed\"><\/span>What Has Not Changed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">You still have constitutional rights.<\/strong>\u00a0Everyone in the United States, regardless of status, has rights during a police or immigration encounter, including the right to remain silent.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">A 287(g) agreement does not make every officer an immigration agent.<\/strong>\u00a0Only officers who are trained and approved under the agreement can perform immigration duties, and only the duties that agreement allows.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">Calling 911 in an emergency is still important.<\/strong>\u00a0If you are the victim of a crime, protections such as the\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/blog\/u-visa-protection-crime-victims\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">U visa<\/a>\u00a0exist for people who help law enforcement. Talk to an attorney about your situation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">Your options depend on your own history.<\/strong>\u00a0A pending application, an old removal order, or a past arrest can all change what happens after an encounter. A news report about one parish cannot tell you where you stand.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"sand-at24cr sand-tyxrsu sand-xzm5a7 sand-wn7fz2 sand-1x419k1 sand-ylt984 sand-1deyeav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-to-do-next\"><\/span>What to Do Next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">First, do not panic.<\/strong>\u00a0Most families can take practical steps now that make a real difference later.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">Second, make a family plan.<\/strong>\u00a0Decide who will care for your children if you are detained, and make sure that person can reach your attorney. Keep copies of important documents in a safe place that a trusted person can access.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">Third, keep your driving records in order.<\/strong>\u00a0Keep any license, insurance, and registration you have up to date. Avoiding an unnecessary stop is still the simplest protection.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">Fourth, know your rights.<\/strong>\u00a0You may stay silent, and you do not have to sign papers you do not understand. Ask to speak with a lawyer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\"><strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">Fifth, if a loved one is detained, call a lawyer right away.<\/strong>\u00a0Early action can matter, especially when a person may be moved quickly between facilities.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"sand-at24cr sand-tyxrsu sand-xzm5a7 sand-wn7fz2 sand-1x419k1 sand-ylt984 sand-1deyeav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-getting-a-lawyer-early-matters\"><\/span>Why Getting a Lawyer Early Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">When local police take on immigration duties, the time between a routine stop and an immigration case can be very short. An attorney can review your history before a crisis, tell you whether you may qualify for protection such as\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/blog\/asylum-eligibility-lawyer-who-qualifies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">asylum<\/a>\u00a0or other relief, and help you prepare. Our\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/mississippi-immigration-lawyer\/deportation-defense\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">deportation defense<\/a>\u00a0team works with families across Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"sand-at24cr sand-tyxrsu sand-xzm5a7 sand-wn7fz2 sand-1x419k1 sand-ylt984 sand-1deyeav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"talk-with-a-mississippi-immigration-lawyer\"><\/span>Talk With a Mississippi Immigration Lawyer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">Changes like this can make everyday life feel uncertain. If you or someone you love lives in Louisiana, Mississippi, or Texas and is worried about immigration enforcement, do not wait to get advice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">Contact\u00a0<strong class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-xzm5a7\">Chhabra, Gibbs, &amp; Trehan<\/strong>\u00a0for help understanding how these changes may affect your family. Call, text, or WhatsApp\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"tel:+16019278430\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">(601) 927-8430<\/a>, or visit our\u00a0<a class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr sand-10kc733 sand-krqix3 sand-1sur9pj\" href=\"https:\/\/cglawms.com\/mississippi-immigration-lawyer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mississippi immigration lawyer<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sand-dj266r sand-at24cr\">This article provides general information and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration options depend on the individual facts and applicable law.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By\u00a0Cassandra Harmon For many immigrant families, the local police officer used to be someone you called for help after a car accident or a break-in. Now many families wonder whether that same officer could also hand them over to immigration authorities. That worry is understandable, and in parts of Louisiana it is becoming more real. 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