Resources for Immigrants in Detention
Resources for Immigrant Detainees in Pennsylvania
Our immigrant neighbors are facing an increasingly hostile immigration system as the federal government expands detention and enforcement. People are being denied due process, separated from their loved ones, and held in detention centers.
These policies have made it more important than ever for people in detention to know their rights and have access to trustworthy support.
The resources below provide information about legal rights, detention facilities, and ways to find legal assistance, so that immigrants can better understand their options and stay connected with loved ones in detention.
Disclaimer: This guide was prepared for educational purposes only; its contents should not be considered legal advice. These resources were prepared by HIAS Pennsylvania.
Support a Loved One in Detention: Our Guide is Available to Download in Multiple Languages
How do I find someone in ICE detention?
Click the button below to search the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s online detainee database:
Note: When using the locator system, search for the detainee by entering either:
- The person’s A-Number & country of birth.
- The person’s biographical information.
Watch the video below for step-by-step guidance on locating someone in ICE custody:
Click on the images below for more information about each topic.
How to Contact Someone
in a Detention Facility
How to Prevent Notario Fraud
in Immigration Cases
Other
Resources
Important documents for your
lawyer if you are detained by ICE
Find Representation for
Someone Detained by ICE
Five Things Parents Detained
by ICE Should Know
