Resources for Detainees in Immigration Proceedings

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The Immigration Clinic has created this resource page for detainees in immigration proceedings. The information and resources are designed to introduce people to basic immigration court procedure as well as common defenses against deportation. These resources do not constitute legal advice, nor do they address every topic in immigration law and procedure.

Because immigration law and procedure can be complicated and winning a case is difficult, detainees are encouraged to seek the assistance of a lawyer. People who are proceeding without a lawyer and anyone who would like more detailed information about the topics discussed here should visit the law library of the detention center or jail where they are detained.

I. Representing Yourself in Immigration Court

• Notice to Appear
• Cancellation of Removal (LPR)
• Cancellation of Removal (non-LPR)
• Asylum, Withholding of Removal, CA
• Section 212(h) waiver
• Voluntary Departure
• BIA Appeals Process
• Other Resources: The Florence Project- Pro Se Resources

II. Detention

• Mandatory Detention, Bond, and Parole
• DHS Post-Final Order Custody Review

III. Other Topics

• Detainees with Minor Children
• Legal Status Through Family
• Overview of Naturalization
• Vacating a Conviction
• Expedited Removal or Reinstatement of Removal
• Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

IV. Other Resources:

• Online Detainee Locator System
• Detention Watch Network
• American Bar Association- A Legal Guide for ICE Detainees
• 2011 Operations Manual ICE Performance- Based National Detention Standards