- A federal judge has ruled that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can no longer conduct arrests without a warrant and probable cause, reinforcing constitutional protections.
- This decision extends a consent decree that mandates ICE agents must have a judicial warrant to arrest individuals, ensuring due process is observed.
- The extension of the consent decree will last until 2026, providing a structured timeframe for ICE to comply with these legal requirements.
- The ruling was made in response to findings that ICE agents had previously violated constitutional protections by conducting warrantless arrests.
- This decision aims to prevent overreach by ICE and ensures that enforcement actions align with constitutional safeguards.
- The court’s decision highlights the importance of balancing immigration enforcement with individuals’ rights under the U.S. Constitution.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/federal-judge-limits-ice-arrests-without-warrant-probable-cause)
