Immigration Bond for Detained Individuals

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When a person is detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), an immigration bond may allow them to be released while their case proceeds before an immigration judge. Under INA § 236(a) and 8 CFR § 236.1, ICE may set a bond at the time of arrest, or an individual may request a bond hearing before an immigration judge. The minimum bond amount set by statute is $1,500, though judges regularly set bonds much higher based on the facts of each case.

At a bond hearing, the immigration judge evaluates two primary factors: whether the individual poses a danger to the community and whether they are a flight risk. The respondent bears the burden of demonstrating they are neither a danger nor a flight risk. Evidence of strong community ties — employment, family in the US, length of residence, and absence of a serious criminal record — is critical to obtaining a reasonable bond or release on recognizance.

JLA Law Group represents detained individuals in bond hearings throughout the Atlanta immigration court jurisdiction. We act quickly because every day in detention is a day away from family and work. Our attorneys gather evidence of community ties, prepare compelling bond packages, and argue effectively before immigration judges to secure the lowest possible bond or release without bond.

Steps You Should Take

Contact Us Immediately Upon Detention

Time is critical. Call JLA Law Group at (770) 609-9396 as soon as a family member is detained by ICE. We identify where the person is held, confirm eligibility for bond, and request a hearing as quickly as possible.

Gather Community Ties Evidence

We compile evidence demonstrating the detained person is not a flight risk or danger: employment records, lease or mortgage, US citizen or LPR family members, tax returns, community involvement, and letters of support from employers and church.

Present at Bond Hearing

Our attorneys present a comprehensive bond package to the immigration judge, argue the relevant legal standards, and counter government arguments. We seek the lowest possible bond or release on recognizance.

Arrange Bond Payment and Release

Once bond is set, we coordinate with the family to arrange payment through ICE or a licensed bond agent. We continue representing the individual in their underlying immigration case through resolution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an immigration bond hearing?

A bond hearing is a proceeding before an immigration judge where you or your attorney argue for your release from ICE detention. The judge weighs your danger to the community and flight risk against evidence of your ties to the US.

What is the difference between a delivery bond and a voluntary departure bond?

A delivery bond allows a detained person to be released and attend future immigration hearings. A voluntary departure bond is posted when someone agrees to leave the country voluntarily by a set date; it is refunded upon timely departure.

Can ICE deny a bond entirely?

Yes. Certain individuals are subject to mandatory detention under INA § 236(c) — including those with certain criminal convictions — and are not eligible for bond regardless of their ties to the community.

How quickly can we get a bond hearing?

After requesting a bond hearing, scheduling depends on the immigration court's docket. We file the request immediately and push for the earliest available date. Contacting us as soon as someone is detained is essential.

What happens if bond is set too high to pay?

We can file a motion to reconsider the bond amount with new evidence, or in some cases appeal the bond determination to the Board of Immigration Appeals. We also connect families with licensed immigration bond agents.

Do you guarantee that bond will be granted or the amount reduced?

No. Our attorneys will present the strongest possible case and argue effectively on your behalf, but the decision to grant bond, deny bond, or set the amount rests entirely with the immigration judge, who weighs the specific facts of each case including the individual's background, community ties, and danger and flight risk. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Our commitment is to provide the most effective representation possible.

📋 Documents for Your Immigration Bond Hearing

Case Documents

□Notice to Appear (NTA)
□Alien Registration Number (A-Number)
□ICE arrest warrant (Form I-200 or I-205, if available)
□Prior bond order (if any)
□Any prior immigration court orders

Community Ties — Employment & Finances

□Employer letter (on letterhead, signed)
□Last 3-6 pay stubs
□Tax returns (2-3 years)
□Business records (if self-employed)
□Recent bank statements

Community Ties — Family

□Birth certificates of U.S. citizen or LPR children
□Marriage certificate (if U.S. citizen or LPR spouse)
□Spouse or family member's green card or U.S. passport
□Birth certificates of other U.S.-based family members

Community Ties — Community

□Support letters from employers, neighbors, or friends (in English)
□Church or community organization membership letter
□Evidence of long-term U.S. residence (leases, utility bills, records)
□Participation in civic or religious organizations

Identity

□Passport from country of origin
□Valid photo ID
□Prior immigration documents (visa, I-94, prior EAD)

Criminal History (if applicable)

□Court records with FINAL dispositions for ALL charges
□Full sentencing documents (not just arrest records)
□Evidence of sentence completion or rehabilitation

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Applicable Laws

INA § 236(a) / 8 U.S.C. § 1226(a)Authorizes ICE to arrest and detain or release on bond any alien pending a decision on removal. Grants immigration judges authority to set, redetermine, or cancel bond.

8 CFR § 236.1ICE regulations governing arrest, detention, and release on bond, including procedures for custody redetermination hearings before immigration judges.

INA § 236(c) / 8 U.S.C. § 1226(c)Mandatory detention provision requiring detention without bond for aliens with certain criminal convictions, including aggravated felonies and certain controlled substance and firearms offenses.

8 CFR § 1003.19Immigration court procedures for bond redetermination hearings, including the respondent's burden to demonstrate eligibility for release and the factors judges consider.