What to Do in the First 24 Hours After an ICE Arrest

What to Do in the First 24 Hours After an ICE Arrest After an ICE arrest, gather the person's full name, date of birth, country of birth, and A-Number. Search the ICE Online Detainee Locator and call ICE's ERO information line at (866) 347-2423 if needed. The detainee should avoid signing immigration documents or answering questions about their case without first speaking with an attorney. First Steps for Families Gather immigration records, identification, court notices, USCIS documents, and proof of family or community ties. The detainee's location may not immediately appear in the online system, so check again if the initial search is unsuccessful. What Should the Detainee Avoid? Do not sign documents such as voluntary departure or stipulated removal without understanding the consequences and speaking with an attorney. The detainee can request to speak with a lawyer before answering questions about their immigration history. If the person fears returning to their home country, they should clearly tell immigration officials about that fear. Contact an Immigration Lawyer Quickly An attorney can review the person's immigration history, detention status, and potential options, including whether a bond hearing or other form of immigration relief may be available. Key information to have ready: full name, A-Number, date of birth, country of birth, detention facility, prior removal orders, criminal history, and pending immigration applications. Lincoln-Goldfinch Law - Abogados de Inmigración 14150 Huffmeister Rd Ste 200, Cypress, TX 77429 (346) 585-2335 https://www.lincolngoldfinch.com/our-locations/cypress/