NEW : `` This is vindication for the people of New York and a great day for our country.'' Judge : `` America 's Toughest Sheriff '' may not allow race or heritage to influence decisions . Sheriff Joe Arpaio 's lawyer says his client did not racially profile . The sheriff 's office plans to appeal the ruling .
NEW : `` This is vindication , '' says immigration rights activist . Judge : `` America 's Toughest Sheriff '' may not allow race or heritage to influence decisions . Sheriff Joe Arpaio 's lawyer says his client did not racially profile . The sheriff 's office plans to appeal the ruling .