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  • No sanctuary for supes' immigrant youth law

    10/21/2009 3:33:35 AM PDT · by Kartographer · 3 replies · 298+ views
    sfgate.com ^ | 10/21/09 | Heather Knight
    The San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Tuesday passed legislation requiring that undocumented youth be turned over to federal immigration officials for possible deportation only after they're convicted of a felony - not upon their arrest. The 8-2 vote, enough to override an expected veto from Mayor Gavin Newsom, prompted loud cheers from scores of immigrant rights advocates, clergy and high school students who packed the board meeting - but the jubilation may not last long.