If Your Loved One is Taken by ICE - Take Immediate Action
If a loved one has been detained by ICE, it can be an overwhelming and distressing experience. During this difficult time, taking prompt action and seeking the right support can make a crucial difference. The following steps and resources are designed to help you understand what to do next and how to access assistance for your family.
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1. Immidiately Seek Legal Representation
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Immediately contact an experienced immigration attorney. The legal professionals and organizations listed below can help you understand the detention process, explore options such as bond or release, and assist in preparing legal defenses. After your loved one has been processed, you can use the online detainee locator system below to find their location and status.
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2. Search the Online Detainee Locator System
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If taken/kidnapped, find them at the: Online Detainee Locator System
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3. Contact your U.S. Congress Representative
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Contact your local U.S. Congress representative to get further help.
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If you have children, keep them safe and follow Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being After a Parent’s Detention by ICE. The following are additional resources to help you further.
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Know Local Resources and Support Organizations
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- National Immigration Legal Services Directory - Search by zip code (same as above)
- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) - Know Your Rights
- National Immigration Law Center (NILC)
- United We Dream
- National Day Laborer Organizing Network (NDLON)
- LAFLA: Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles | Justice • Equity • Hope
- Immigrants Are Los Angeles
- Know Your Rights Resources / Conozca Sus Derechos - Office of Immigrant Affairs
