An ICE hold is when immigration authorities ask the police or jail to keep you in custody after you would normally be released, so they can come and pick you up. This can lead to being transferred to immigration detention and possibly facing deportation. Even if your criminal case ends or you’re found not guilty, the ICE hold can still affect your immigration status.

An ICE hold significantly impacts your case, especially if you're undocumented or have past immigration violations. Once ICE takes custody, you could be placed in removal proceedings, which may lead to deportation. You may still qualify for bond, relief from removal, or asylum, but time is critical.

An ICE hold can affect your pending applications for green cards, asylum, DACA, or other immigration benefits. It can interrupt your ability to appear at interviews or court dates, and a removal order can block future reentry. Even lawful permanent residents can face removal if ICE determines they're deportable due to certain crimes.