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Immigration Policy in Kirkland, WA (2026)

1 verified immigration policy rules for Kirkland, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Sanctuary Policy Preemption

Kirkland city offices and employees cannot condition city services on a person's citizenship or immigration status under KMC 3.18.020. Staff may not initiate inquiries or enforcement based solely on immigration status, race, or English ability.

Kirkland Limits on Immigration Status Inquiries

Some Restrictions

Kirkland Municipal Code 3.18.020

Except as provided in this section or when otherwise required by law, a city office, department, employee, agency or agent shall not condition the provision of city services on the citizenship or immigration status of any individual. ... (4) City personnel shall not initiate any inquiry or enforcement action based solely on a person’s: (A) Civil immigration status; (B) Race; (C) Inability to sp...

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Kirkland city rules.

Immigration Policy in King County