Someone Has Been Detained by Immigration. What Happens Next?

If a loved one was detained by ICE, the first 24–48 hours are usually spent in processing and transfer to a detention facility. During this time it may be difficult to locate them or communicate with them.

Families often feel lost during these first hours. This page explains what typically happens after an immigration arrest and how you can begin locating your loved one.

24/Hour Emergency Detention Hotline: 240-891-4343