ICE Hit With Nationwide Class Action Over Withheld Passports, Work Permits
Summary
Seven people released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody are suing the agency because their passports, work permits, and other personal items were not returned. The lawsuit claims ICE often keeps these belongings without a good reason, which makes it hard for people to work, drive, and support themselves after release.Key Facts
- Seven former ICE detainees filed a federal lawsuit against ICE on Tuesday in Washington.
- The plaintiffs say ICE has a nationwide practice of withholding important personal documents and belongings after release.
- Items not returned include passports, Social Security cards, work permits, driver’s licenses, phones, car keys, cash, clothing, and even a wedding ring.
- One plaintiff, Vladimir Izmailov, was detained from November 2025 to April and still lacks key documents needed to work and drive.
- The plaintiffs want the court to order ICE to return the withheld property and to create rules to protect detainees’ belongings.
- The lawsuit alleges ICE’s actions violate the Fourth Amendment (protection against unreasonable searches and seizures) and federal laws.
- ICE detained more than 610,000 people after President Trump took office in 2024, with 80% arrested inside the U.S.
- The plaintiffs say lost documents hurt their ability to find jobs, drive legally, and support their families, causing financial hardship.
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