Judge Blocks Colorado Detention Inspection Law | Denver News

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Colorado law designed to let state health officials conduct more frequent, unannounced inspections of the state’s only immigrant detention center, ruling the measure likely unconstitutional and in conflict with federal law and the facility’s contract. The pause, lasting until October 15—the date Geo Group’s current contract with ICE expires—could shift if new terms are negotiated. The judge upheld other parts of the law that grant broader regulatory powers over medical staffing, as those haven’t yet been enforced. Advocates see this as a setback amid ongoing concerns about conditions at the Aurora facility, especially after the state’s Attorney General recently sued Geo Group over alleged obstruction of a TB investigation. The ruling underscores the persistent tension between state oversight and federal immigration enforcement, while leaving the door open for future legal battles as jurisdictions continue to clash over authority. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1611800fac7218c5