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News Archive for "ICE"

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Court Blocks ICE’s Return to Rikers Island

The Legal Aid Society spearheaded an amicus brief against the proposed return and argued against the Mayor's executive order in court.

LAS Condemns ICE Raids at Local Courts

Advocates are also sounding alarm over conditions people are facing in immigration detention, including overcrowding and extreme heat.

Defenders Invoke Constitutional Protections for Incarcerated New Yorkers

The move comes in response to a new executive order authorizing federal immigration officials to conduct criminal investigations at Rikers Island.

LAS Decries Reopening of ICE Office at Rikers Island

The Mayor's action is a clear violation of New York City's sanctuary laws and will undermine public safety.

LAS: Mayor Adams Must Reverse Course on ICE Policy

The mayor's illegal order will increase ICE arrests at shelters, hospitals, and other City properties and put City workers and everyone in harm's way.

Attorneys: Restricted Phone Access Prompts Hunger Strikes in ICE Detention

The New York Immigrant Family Unity Project is reporting a sudden termination of the free call minutes program at ICE detention facilities.

LAS Secures Landmark Ruling to Protect Against Excessive ICE Detention

Today's ruling from the Second Circuit clarifies that ICE cannot incarcerate individuals for unreasonably prolonged periods of time without a bond hearing.

Defenders: Mayor’s Plan Could Result in Thousands Transferred to ICE Custody

The Mayor’s call to upend NYC’s detainer law would throw local criminal court proceedings into chaos and perpetuate family separation.

LAS: ICE is Deporting Immigrants Without Due Process

Immigration advocates are asking for a 30 day window to allow individuals adequate time to appeal removal decisions.

LAS Condemns Collusion to Deport Immigrants by ICE, DOC

According to emails revealed at a recent City Council hearing, DOC employees coordinated with ICE on several occasions, despite clear policy prohibiting such communication.