According to the 2017 policy, what is required with ICE detainers?

• A. A signed approval from a local magistrate
• B. Education on rights for the detained individual
• C. ICE warrants signed by authorized officers
• D. Current immigration law amendments

Answer: (C)

The requirement for ICE detainers involves having ICE warrants signed by authorized officers. An ICE detainer is a request that asks local law enforcement agencies to hold an individual for an extended period, typically so that ICE can take custody of that person for immigration enforcement purposes. These detainers are based on probable cause that the individual is removable from the U.S.

Having an ICE warrant signed by an authorized officer is crucial because it provides the necessary legal basis for the detainer to be issued. This means that ICE has conducted an investigation and determined that there is sufficient evidence to support the detainment of the individual under immigration laws. Without this signed warrant, the justification for holding the individual may not meet legal standards, potentially leading to challenges against the detainer itself.

Other options may involve elements related to detainee rights or procedures but do not address the specific requirement of having a signed ICE warrant, which is foundational in the enforcement and operational processes of ICE detainers.