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Judicial Warrants Vs. Immigration Warrants

Judicial warrants are court orders signed by a judge, authorizing law enforcement to enter private property or arrest someone.

ICE/DHS officials, not judges, issue immigration warrants (administrative warrants), and generally do not authorize agents to enter private homes or non-public areas without consent.

Judicial Subpoena vs. Immigration Subpoena

Judicial subpoenas are court orders that judges sign. They require mandatory compliance under penalty of contempt. DHS or immigration judges issue immigration (administrative) subpoenas during investigations. Unlike judicial subpoenas, administrative subpoenas are not immediately enforceable, requiring a federal court order if ignored.

See resources below from the Nevada Immigrant Coalition.

Emergency Plan for Immigrants 

Steps to Take If Someone Is Detained

Find Someone Detained

Know Your Rights

You have a right to:

• Remain silent.
• Not open the door without a judicial warrant.
• Not to sign any documents without consulting an attorney.
• Have a hearing before an immigration judge.

More information available at nvimmigrantcoalition.org.