Is a relative detained by immigration? Time matters.
In some cases it is possible to request a bond hearing for a judge to consider release. Eligibility changed a lot in 2025, so each case must be reviewed immediately. Representation throughout the United States.
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What is an immigration bond?
An immigration bond can allow a detained person to be released while their case moves through court. In eligible cases, an immigration judge considers whether the person is a flight risk or a danger to the community. Important: not everyone is eligible, and some are subject to mandatory detention by law.
What the judge looks at for bond
When the case allows a bond hearing, the judge considers factors like these:
Community ties
Time living in the U.S., fixed address, family (especially citizens or residents), and employment.
Record of appearances
Whether the person has attended their appointments and hearings, and their immigration history.
Criminal record
The existence, seriousness, and age of any criminal record weighs heavily.
Manner of entry
How the person entered the country is one of the factors the judge may consider.
How the bond process works
Eligibility review
First we determine whether the person can request a bond hearing or is subject to mandatory detention.
Request the hearing
If eligible, we ask the immigration judge for a custody hearing.
Prepare evidence
We gather support letters, proof of address, family and employment ties to show roots and non-dangerousness.
Hearing and decision
The judge decides whether to set a bond and its amount, or deny it. The decision can be appealed to the BIA.
How long does it take?
Bond hearings are usually scheduled quickly, sometimes in days or a few weeks, separate from the main case. That is why it helps to act immediately when someone is detained.
Important notice: in 2025 there were legal changes (including the Laken Riley Act and Board decisions like Matter of Q. Li and Matter of Yajure Hurtado) that limited who can request a bond hearing, especially for people who entered without inspection. Several federal courts have rejected or limited that position and the issue remains in litigation: the answer depends on your jurisdiction. We do not promise bond; we evaluate your case under current law.
Why Zavala Law Group
Immigration is a federal matter, so we represent cases throughout the United States. We are a 100% remote, bilingual firm: you can work with us from wherever you are, in Spanish or English. Attorney Salomón Zavala directs your case together with our immigration team, and we offer payment plans so cost is not the obstacle.
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