September 17, 2026

Federal Judge Blocks Warrantless Immigration Arrests in Southern California

U.S. District Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong issued a preliminary injunction against warrantless civil immigration arrests in Southern California.
Officers must determine if a person is likely to escape before a warrant can be obtained, as mandated by the ruling.
The decision is part of a lawsuit by the ACLU and other advocacy groups aimed at curbing unlawful immigration enforcement practices.
The ruling emphasizes that mere presence in the U.S. does not suffice to conclude escape risk without further assessment.

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