This policy provides guidance for CBP agents and officers in deciding whether to separate a minor child from a parent(s) or legal guardian(s), with the goal of ensuring consistent, transparent, and well-documented decision-making. This policy is issued consistent with the stipulated settlement in Ms. L v. ICE, 3:18-cv-00428 (December 11, 2023). It supersedes and replaces all previous CBP policies governing the separation of family units and all U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) and Office of Field Operations (OFO) guidance implementing these policies.
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| Attachment | Ext. | Size | Date |
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| Family Unity Policy | 452.36 KB | 05/13/2024 |