A bond hearing is a process in which an immigration judge decides whether to set a bond amount that would allow a detained immigrant to be released from a detention center. The judge’s decision is based on these factors:
- Criminal History: Any criminal record of the detainee.
- Community Ties: Connections to the local community, such as family ties or long-term residence.
- Employment History: Stable employment can be a positive indicator for release.
- Danger to the Community: Whether the detainee poses a risk to the community.
- Flight Risk: The likelihood that the detainee will attend future court hearings.
The outcome of a bond hearing can be either the granting of the bond (setting an amount to be paid for release) or the denial of the bond, which means the detainee must remain in custody while the immigration case continues.
Preparing for a Bond Hearing
It is crucial to be fully prepared for a bond hearing, as judges usually make their decision in the initial hearing. If denied, obtaining another bond hearing is extremely difficult. At New Frontier Immigration Law, we focus on thorough preparation to maximize the chances of a favorable outcome.
