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The Immigration Monkey Wrench
Successful Presentation of Compassionate Release Actions in Light of COVID-19, Including for the Foreign-Born Client with an Immigration Detainer
Representation of detained clients who are at high risk for serious health consequences if they contract COVID-19 involves a progression of actions. The authors provide an overview of how to seek compassionate release from both prison wardens and district courts. This discussion includes strategies for navigating an ICE detainer and other immigration law issues when clients are not United States citizens.