AZ SCR1020

Honors Cochise County Sheriff Larry Dever, who died on September 18, 2012 in a single-car accident in northern Arizona.

Recognizes Dever's 36-year career with the Cochise County Sheriff's Office and his rise to national prominence as an advocate for border enforcement and immigration control.

Acknowledges Dever's service as chairperson of the Immigration and Border Security Committee of the National Sheriffs' Association and his defense of Arizona's immigration enforcement law in federal court.

Expresses the Legislature's sincere regret on Dever's death and extends heartfelt condolences to his wife Nancy, six sons, thirteen grandchildren, and extended family.