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

• What Happens in the First 48 Hours After an ICE Arrest

• How to Use the ICE Detainee Locator

• Know Your Rights During Immigration Detention

• Preparing for a Bond Hearings

• Habeas Corpus in Immigration

• Preparing for Immigration Court While in Detention

• Calls, Mail, and Money: How to Support Someone in ICE Detention

• Facebook Support Group

• Mental Health Resources

• Pro Bono/Low Cost Attorneys in the DMV

If you are worried about a loved one being detained in the future, consider using our Detention Preparedness Kit.