Supreme Court makes decision on Arizona law



The Supreme Court made a decision on the controversial 2010 Arizona law on Monday.

The court's decision put an end to provisions that would have penalized illegal immigrants seeking work, but upheld a controversial provision some call, 'show me your papers'.

The provision gives police officers permission to ask for proof of immigration status  for a person under arrest if there are suspicions the person may be in the country illegally.

Many believe that the standing provision will lead to racial profiling in their community; others believe that it is a states' right to defend themselves from problems caused by illegal immigration.

Justice Anthony M. Kennedy said, "Arizona may have understandable frustrations with the problems caused by illegal immigration while that process continues, but the state may not pursue policies that undermine federal law."



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