EXPOSED: LAPD Commissioner Orders Cops to Help Illegals Evade ICE—Screenshots Reveal the Plan!

In a controversial move that has sparked outrage among law enforcement supporters and conservative circles, Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Commissioner Lou Calanche has been revealed to have advocated for LAPD resources to be used in aiding undocumented immigrants to evade Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This directive comes at a time when federal immigration enforcement is being revitalized under the Trump administration, aiming to enforce laws more stringently.

During the February 4, 2025, meeting of the Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners, Calanche suggested that LAPD should not only post “Know Your Rights” information on their official website and social media platforms but also actively engage in conducting seminars to educate undocumented immigrants on how to avoid interactions with ICE. This initiative includes the distribution of “red cards” that outline constitutional rights in multiple languages, instructing individuals on how to interact—or not interact—with immigration officers.

The front of the card advises individuals not to open doors, answer questions, or sign documents without legal counsel, emphasizing the right to silence and the right to leave if not detained.

Front side:

The front of the card reads:

You have constitutional rights:

 

DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR if an immigration agent is knocking on the door.
DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS from an immigration agent if they try to talk to you. You have the right to remain silent.
DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first speaking to a lawyer. You have the right to speak with a lawyer. If you are outside of your home, ask the agent if you are free to leave and if they say yes, leave calmly.

GIVE THIS CARD TO THE AGENT. If you are inside of your home, show the card through the window or slide it under the door.

The reverse side of the card explicitly states the refusal to speak, sign, or allow entry without a warrant, citing the 4th and 5th Amendments.

 

Flip side:

The flip side reads:

 

I do not wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign or hand you any documents based on my 5th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. I do not give you permission to enter my home based on my 4th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution unless you have a warrant to enter, signed by a judge or magistrate with my name on it that you slide under the door.

I do not give you permission to search any of my belongings based on my 4th Amendment rights.

I choose to exercise my constitutional rights.

 

This move by Commissioner Calanche, who has been vocal about supporting immigrant communities, has been criticized for misallocating police resources at a time when the LAPD is already understaffed. Following the Palisades Fire, which required a significant portion of the force to be reassigned to affected areas, the department is struggling with a shortage of over 1,200 officers, down from its pre-COVID and pre-Black Lives Matter movement numbers.

Critics, including a representative from Defend the LAPD who spoke during the public comment period, have lambasted this decision, viewing it as a misuse of law enforcement for political activism. “Excuse my French, but f**k no, Lou Calanche, should SLO resources and HQ’s Instagram account assist illegals evading federal law enforcement with a Know your Rights campaign,” the representative stated, calling for Calanche’s removal from the commission.

Despite the backlash, Calanche and her supporters argue that such measures are necessary due to the fear among immigrant communities, though they are accused of exacerbating this fear themselves. The irony is not lost on observers that while these actions are framed as protective, they are seen by many as undermining federal law enforcement efforts.

Internal sources from within the LAPD, who wish to remain anonymous due to fear of reprisal, confirmed to RedState that these initiatives are already in motion. Community Safety Partnership (CSP) officers, including high-ranking officials like Deputy Chief Bily Brockaway, have been leading these presentations. One such presentation by CSP SLO Plascencia was highlighted in an Instagram post by community member Sandy Morales, praising the session for its informative content tailored to Los Angeles residents.

Moreover, a meeting involving LAPD command staff, the Mexican Consulate General, and Commissioner Calanche was held to discuss the department’s commitment to constitutional policing, which Calanche later referenced as a basis for her recommendations. This involvement of a foreign government representative in local law enforcement strategy has raised concerns about sovereignty and the appropriateness of such collaborations.

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Critics point out that Special Order 40, which Calanche’s initiative seems to reference, was never intended to shield undocumented immigrants from federal immigration enforcement, especially those involved in criminal activities. Special Order 40, established in 1979, merely restricts LAPD from initiating actions solely for immigration enforcement purposes but mandates notification to ICE upon certain criminal arrests.

The use of LAPD resources for this “red card” campaign, especially when numerous advocacy groups are already distributing similar materials, is seen by many as a misstep. As one critic aptly put it, the LAPD does not coach drunk drivers on their rights or hold seminars on legal loopholes for criminals, questioning why this should be any different.

This situation highlights a broader tension between local law enforcement’s role in community relations and their obligations under federal law, with Commissioner Calanche’s actions drawing significant criticism for potentially overstepping into political advocacy territory at the expense of public safety and law enforcement efficacy.