California Protects Immigrant Children

May 7, 2026

California Protects Immigrant Children

The California legislature continues to uphold the protections established by Assembly Bill 899 (codified in Welfare and Institutions Code § 827), which bars juvenile probation officers and officials from referring undocumented youth offenders to ICE. This remains a cornerstone of California's commitment to dealing with the reality of its embedded immigrant population.



While the federal government continues to avoid addressing comprehensive immigration reform, California—bolstered by additional protections like the California Values Act (SB 54)—has successfully removed state-sponsored enforcement measures that previously supported a broken federal immigration system. In 2026, these laws ensure that a minor's confidential juvenile record remains protected from federal authorities, prioritizing rehabilitation and privacy over deportation.

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