Getting Out of Detention
A collaboration between Novo Legal and the UFCW International
In this first video of our five-video series on "Getting Out of Detention," we discuss the basics of the removal process before the immigration court. In this video, we discuss how detained cases differ from non-detained cases, what to expect at a "Master Calendar Hearing" (MCH) versus an "Individual Calendar Hearing" (ICH) as well as how bond proceedings differ from the full removal case.
Bond 101
A video explaining how bond hearings work in immigration court, what judges are looking for, and how to make your case as strong as possible.
Building the Bond Packet
A video explaining the kinds of evidence you'll need in your bond packet and how to assemble the packet for the greatest clarity.
After the Decision
A video explaining what to do after you receive a bond decision. How to pay the bond, how to ask for reconsideration, or how to submit a new request based on changed circumstances.
Parole 101
If bond is not available to you, you may still be eligible to ask your deportation officer for parole from detention.
Appendix Items for Download
Beyond just explaining how bond works, our office has compiled useful resources for individual preview or download to assist you in compiling a bond packet or parole packet of your own.