What's Happening With Immigration Court Arrests and Bonds
In a Nutshell
This explainer goes over the ICE enforcement tactic of arresting people at their immigration court hearings as well as a recent Board of Immigration Appeals Decision that further restricts who can ask an immigration judge for a bond to get out of detention. That decision is called Matter of Q. Li.
Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).
Updated on July 08, 2025
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This explainer goes over the ICE enforcement tactic of arresting people at their immigration court hearings as well as a recent Board of Immigration Appeals Decision that further restricts who can ask an immigration judge for a bond to get out of detention. That decision is called Matter of Q. Li.