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Immigration Policy in Pacifica, CA (2026)

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

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Sanctuary Policy Preemption

In the City of Pacifica, Pacifica Municipal Code Chapter 17 bars the Police Department and other local agencies from using City money, equipment or personnel for immigration enforcement, honoring ICE hold requests, or transferring anyone to federal immigration authorities without a judicial warrant, adopted by Ordinance 826-C.S. in 2017.

Pacifica Sanctuary City Ordinance

Significant Restrictions

Pacifica Municipal Code § 4-17.03

(a)Local law enforcement agencies shall not do any of the following:(1)Use agency or department moneys, facilities, property, equipment, or personnel to investigate, interrogate, detain, detect, or arrest persons for immigration enforcement purposes, including, but not limited to, any of the following:(i)Inquiring into or collecting information about an individual's immigration status.(ii)Detai...

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

Immigration Policy in San Mateo County