Aurora Police Officers do not have the authority to detain or arrest a person based on their immigration status. They also do not have the authority, based on Colorado Revised Statue, to investigate or enforce federal immigration laws. They do not and will not ask a person about their immigration status when conducting official police business either on a consensual encounter, traffic stop, call for service, or otherwise.
Regardless of immigration status, anyone who violates a city ordinance or state law may be subject to a summons, arrest, and prosecution.
We base our policy and procedures on public safety. It is our goal to ensure that all individuals within Aurora feel safe when it comes to reporting emergencies and criminal activity. Our desire has always been that our residents should not be fearful of the men and women who protect and serve our diverse community.