Legal Challenge Looms Over Michigan's Courthouse Arrest Ban

Michigan Supreme Court proposes banning civil arrests at courthouses.
Comments due by Dec. 22.
Trump administration's enforcement led to increased civil arrests.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Todd Lyons defended enforcement in May memo.
Michigan joins NY, CT, IL in limiting arrests if adopted.
Legal challenges from Trump administration possible.
Justice Brian Zahra opposed proposal.
Supporters say change defends access to justice and keeps courts state-focused.
Federal immigration courts remain unaffected.
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