S.650

Ted Cruz

Section 1 Title:

Border Enforcement Vehicle Evasion Prevention Act.

Section 2: Penalties

(a) Any person found in violation of this Act shall be subject to: A civil fine not exceeding $10,000; Vehicle impoundment for up to 30 days; Criminal charges if evasion results in injury, property damage, or obstruction of justice.

(b) Repeat offenders may be subject to enhanced penalties, including permanent vehicle forfeiture and imprisonment for up to 5 years.

(c) If death is caused to any person in the process of committing this crime the imprisonment should be anywhere from 20 years to life.

Section 3:

Motor Vehicle: Any self-propelled vehicle designed for use on public roads, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, and off-road vehicles.

Southern Border Zone: The geographic area extending 100 miles north from the U.S. border with Mexico.

Evade: To intentionally flee, elude, or avoid contact with law enforcement or immigration authorities.

Immigration Enforcement Officer: Includes agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Border Patrol, and any local law enforcement officers acting in coordination with federal immigration authorities.

Section 4. Prohibited Conduct (a) It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a motor vehicle within the Southern Border Zone with the intent to evade: An immigration enforcement officer conducting a lawful stop, inspection, or apprehension; A local law enforcement officer assisting or coordinating with federal immigration authorities.

(b) Intent to evade may be demonstrated by: Failure to comply with lawful orders to stop; Use of alternate routes, off-road travel, or high-speed maneuvers to avoid detection; Use of communication devices or coordinated actions to obstruct enforcement efforts.

Section 5. Purpose

To prohibit the use of motor vehicles within 100 miles of the southern United States border with the intent of evading lawful immigration enforcement actions conducted by federal or local authorities.

Section 6. Exceptions. This Act shall not apply to: Emergency medical transport; Lawful travel unrelated to immigration enforcement; Individuals acting under duress or threat of harm.

Section 7. Enforcement and Oversight. The Department of Homeland Security shall coordinate with state and local agencies to implement enforcement protocols and training. Annual reports shall be submitted to Congress detailing enforcement actions and outcomes.