Bond Hearing in Immigration Court

A bond hearing is one type of legal proceedings held before the immigration court. The immigration judge decides whether a detained individual is eligible for release from detention while he/she awaits the outcome of the removal proceedings. If eligible, the judge will set a bond amount that the individual must pay in order to be released from detention. The bond guarantees that the individual will attend all future immigration court hearings and comply with any final decision made in their case.

However, not everyone in immigration detention is eligible for a bond hearing. Certain individuals, particularly those with more serious criminal records or security concerns may be subject to mandatory detention, meaning that they are ineligible for bond. For individuals who are eligible, a bond hearing can be requested by filing a motion with the immigration court or it could be requested during the master calendar hearing.

At a bond hearing, the immigration judge will consider several factors to determine if bond is appropriate and, if so, how much it should be. The two main factors the judge considers are risk of flight and danger to the community. The judge will evaluate whether the individual is likely to attend all future immigration hearings and whether the individual is a danger to public safety if the bond is granted. Thus, it is important to prepare evidence addressing any concerns about flight risk or danger to the community.

By understanding the bond hearing process and preparing strong evidence, the chances of a successful outcome can be improved. The attorneys at Tanner Law Offices can assist you with your case process or provide additional information. Please contact our office at (717) 731-8114 to schedule a consultation to discuss your case.