Dismissal of Winneshiek Lawsuit

Statement from Sheriff Dan Marx in reference to AG Bird’s dismal of lawsuit

Recently I had a face-to-face meeting with Attorney General Bird. During our meeting, I explained it was never my intent to discourage immigration enforcement. We have always complied with ICE detainers and will continue to comply with Iowa code section 27A and encourage immigration enforcement under our written policies.

Attorney General Bird has informed Winneshiek County that the lawsuit is no longer necessary given compliance with Iowa code section 27A. After the face-to-face meeting, Attorney General Bird dismissed the State’s lawsuit.

I thank the people of Winneshiek County for their patience and outpouring of support through this situation.

Sheriff Dan Marx