ICE Officers Now Arresting Individuals Outside Immigration Courthouses

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have begun positioning themselves outside immigration courthouses to arrest individuals immediately after their hearings conclude. In our latest immigration update, attorney Marshall Cohen from Antonini & Cohen Immigration Law Group explains this critical development and its implications for immigrants navigating the court system. 

If you have an upcoming immigration court hearing, contact us immediately at (470) 428-3200. Our Atlanta immigration attorneys are prepared to assist you in navigating these new enforcement tactics.

At Antonini & Cohen, we know how.

ICE at Immigration Courts

ICE has stationed agents outside immigration courtrooms across the country. These officers may arrest individuals as they leave their hearings, targeting those with a prior removal order, a criminal conviction, or both. ICE may even target individuals whose cases have just been dismissed. Those arrested are taken into ICE custody and may face expedited removal—a faster deportation process that bypasses additional court appearances.

Expedited Removal: Who's at Risk?

You may be placed in expedited removal proceedings after arrest if you entered the United States without inspection and cannot prove you have resided in the US for two years. You may also be at risk if your parole status, such as CHNV parole, has expired or been revoked, even if you have been in the US for over two years.

You will not be placed in expedited removal if you were inspected and admitted into the US or can prove continuous US residence for more than two years. Additionally, expedited removal does not apply to unaccompanied minors under the age of 18 and Cuban nationals who arrive by airplane.

Essential Steps to Protect Yourself

If you have an upcoming immigration court hearing, be prepared for any ICE encounters by carrying the necessary documents, understanding your rights, and consulting with an experienced Antonini & Cohen Atlanta immigration attorney.

Carry These Documents: Carry proof of your identity and immigration status, such as your Green Card, work permit, driver’s license, or application receipts if you are still in the process of adjusting your status. Gather photocopies of records proving continuous US residence for at least two years, such records include lease agreements, utility bills, bank statements, medical records, school records, employment documentation, and dated mail.

Know Your Rights: Understand your right to remain silent, and your right to an attorney. Contact Antonini & Cohen first before answering any questions or signing any documents. Learn more at Know Your Rights if Stopped by ICE.

Seek Legal Guidance

The recent ICE sightings may be alarming. Being prepared and staying informed with the latest immigration news is your best way to protect yourself. Follow the A&C Blog and our Trump Immigration Bulletin to stay informed.

If you have an upcoming immigration court hearing, call Antonini & Cohen today at (470) 428-3200 to schedule a consultation. We will review your immigration history, assess your legal options, and determine whether you may be at risk of detention by ICE.

At Antonini & Cohen, we know how.

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