Immigration Bond Lawyer | ICE Detention & Bond Hearings
Your loved one can be released from ICE detention — often within 24–72 hours of a successful bond hearing. At Marcano Legal, Grace Marcano, Esq. helps families across the country navigate the immigration bond process and get their loved ones home. If someone you love has been detained by ICE, time is critical.
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Understanding Immigration Bonds:
An immigration bond is money paid to ICE to secure the release of a detained immigrant while their case moves through immigration court. Once bond is paid, your loved one comes home and can fight their case from outside detention.
Two types of immigration bonds:
Delivery bond — The most common type. ICE issues an Arrest Warrant and Notice of Custody Determination. The detainee must appear at all future hearings or the bond is forfeited.
Voluntary departure bond — Allows the person to leave the U.S. voluntarily by a set date. The bond is refunded upon departure — forfeited if they stay without authorization.
Types of Immigration Bonds
There are two primary types of immigration bonds:
- Delivery Bond — Allows release from detention while the case proceeds. The detainee must appear at all future court hearings. This is the most common type of bond.
- Voluntary Departure Bond — Allows the person to leave the U.S. voluntarily by a set date. The bond is refunded upon departure; forfeited if they remain past the deadline.
The Immigration Bond Hearing Process:
Here is what the timeline looks like from the moment someone is detained:
Day 0 — ICE Detention: Person is arrested and processed into custody
Day 0–1 — Initial Bond Decision: ICE officer sets bond amount or denies bond
As soon as possible — Attorney Retained: Family contacts an immigration bond lawyer
Within 24–48 hours — Bond Redetermination Filed: Attorney files motion requesting a hearing
1–7 days — Bond Hearing Before Judge: Judge hears arguments, may reduce or grant bond
Same day as hearing — Bond Payment Made: Family pays ICE or posts surety bond
4–24 hours after payment — Release: Detainee is processed and released
With an attorney: as fast as 2–5 days total.
Without legal representation, families face delays of weeks — or bond denials that are difficult to reverse.
ICE Detention Facilities
ICE operates detention facilities across the United States. Detainees are frequently transferred between facilities, sometimes across state lines. Marcano Legal represents clients detained at ICE facilities nationwide, including major processing centers like Broward Transitional Center (FL), Krome North (FL), and facilities throughout the country.
If you don’t know where your loved one is being held, you can search the ICE Online Detainee Locator. You will need their country of birth and either their A-Number or date of birth.
Immigration Bond Amounts and Costs:
Immigration bonds in 2026 typically range from $1,500 to $25,000 or more. ICE sets the initial amount. If it’s unaffordable or denied, your attorney can request a Bond Redetermination Hearing before an immigration judge.
Factors that affect the bond amount:
- Strong community ties (family in the U.S., long residence, stable employment) → lower bond
- Prior criminal history → higher bond or denial
- Prior deportation orders → higher bond or denial
- Consistent history of attending court hearings → lower bond
- ICE enforcement priorities at time of arrest → varies
How immigration bond is paid:
Cash bond — Full amount paid directly to ICE or the immigration court. Refunded when the case concludes (win or lose), as long as all hearings are attended.
Surety bond (bondsman) — Pay a percentage of the total bond amount as a non-refundable fee to a licensed bond agent, who posts the full amount. More affordable upfront, but the fee is not returned.
A skilled bond attorney can often argue the amount down significantly — saving families thousands of dollars before bond is even paid.
Who Qualifies for an Immigration Bond?
Not everyone in ICE detention is eligible for bond. You may qualify if:
- You have not been convicted of certain aggravated felonies
- You are not subject to mandatory detention under immigration law
- You have not been ordered removed in a prior proceeding without appearing
- You can demonstrate you are not a flight risk or danger to the community
Mandatory detention applies to people with specific criminal convictions — including aggravated felonies and crimes of moral turpitude. However, immigration law has nuances, and what seems like a bar to bond may have exceptions.
Don’t assume bond is off the table without speaking to an attorney.
What If Bond Is Denied?
If ICE sets bond at an amount your family cannot afford — or denies bond entirely — you have legal options:
1. Bond Redetermination Hearing — Request a hearing before an immigration judge to argue for a lower amount or a bond grant. This is the most common and effective path.
2. Appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) — If the immigration judge denies bond, you can appeal — though BIA appeals take significantly longer.
3. Alternatives to Detention (ATD) — In some cases, ICE agrees to supervision programs (ankle monitor, check-ins) instead of physical detention. An attorney can request this as an alternative.
4. Federal Habeas Corpus Petition — For cases of prolonged detention without due process, a petition to federal court may be appropriate.
The right strategy depends on your loved one’s specific situation. Grace Marcano, Esq. can review the facts and give you an honest assessment of which path is most realistic.
Is your loved one detained by ICE?
Time is critical, contact an immigration detention lawyer today.
Don’t wait. Every day in detention costs your family — in stress, expense, and missed time together.
Marcano Legal represents families nationwide. No matter where you are, Grace Marcano, Esq. can help you navigate the bond process and fight for your loved one’s release.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Immigration Bonds
Bond amounts start at $1,500 and can exceed $25,000 depending on the judge, the detainee’s history, and the strength of the attorney’s argument. Surety bond companies charge a percentage of the total as a non-refundable fee.
The hearing itself is usually 15–30 minutes. Getting it scheduled takes 1–7 days depending on court availability. Emergency motions can sometimes expedite this.
Yes. Immigration bond is available to undocumented individuals unless they fall into mandatory detention categories based on criminal history.
The bond is forfeited — you lose the money — and a removal order is likely entered in absentia. Attending all hearings is non-negotiable.
No. Immigration bonds are civil proceedings governed by federal immigration law, not state criminal law. You need an attorney familiar with immigration court specifically.
It depends on the specific offense. Minor criminal history does not automatically bar bond. Aggravated felonies and certain other convictions trigger mandatory detention. Grace Marcano, Esq. can review the charges and advise on realistic options.
Use the ICE Detainee Locator at ice.gov/detainee-locator. You will need their country of birth and either their ICE detainee ID number or Alien Registration Number (A-Number).
Key Agencies in the Immigration Bond Process:
- ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) — Makes initial custody and bond determination
- EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review) — Runs immigration courts; judges preside over bond hearings
- ERO (Enforcement and Removal Operations) — ICE division that handles detention and release
- BIA (Board of Immigration Appeals) — Reviews appeals from immigration judge decisions
Why Choose Marcano Legal as Your Immigration Bond Attorney?
Immigration law is federal — your attorney doesn’t need to be in your state.
When someone is detained by ICE, families across the country often scramble to find local help — only to discover that immigration bond hearings follow federal law, not state law. The attorney’s physical location is irrelevant. What matters is experience with immigration courts and bond hearings specifically.
- We represent clients in all 50 states — virtual consultations available immediately, no matter where you or your loved one are located
- Available by phone and WhatsApp — Call (786) 314-7330 or WhatsApp us at (786) 645-5370
- Proven bond hearing strategy — We build the evidence package that moves judges: community ties letters, employment records, family support documentation, compliance history
- Bilingual service — Full representation in English and Spanish (se habla español)
- Full-case representation — Bond is often just the beginning. We can carry your loved one’s case through deportation defense, cancellation of removal, and more
- Direct attorney access from day one — When you call, you speak with Grace Marcano, Esq. directly. Your case gets the attorney’s attention, not just an intake form.
Speak with an Immigration Bond Lawyer Today
If your loved one is in ICE detention, contact Marcano Legal for a consultation. Call (786) 314-7330 or WhatsApp us at (786) 645-5370. Grace Marcano, Esq. will review your situation, explain your options, and take immediate action to pursue bond.
Disclaimer: This website contains general information for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed until a formal agreement is signed. Past results do not predict future outcomes. Each case depends on its specific facts and circumstances.