How long are people kept in detention for deportation?

Asked over 1 year ago - Monroe, WA

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We have a cousin who is in the process of being deported, and are wondering how long the detention period usually is.


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    Answered February 02, 2012 23:46. As long as it takes, could be 30 days could be 2 years. It all depends on several factors.

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    Answered February 02, 2012 23:47. Until the case is done. It can be from a few days to years. It depends on what is happening in the case, for example if he is fighting deportation or not, on where he is from, and on what he is charged with (decision if bond is possible or not).

    Wolf W. Kaufmann
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    951-710-3250

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    Answered February 03, 2012 02:56. IF he/she has a passport, it is usually pretty quick . It also depends on the country he is from

    Neil I Fleischer (513) 977-4209 www.immigrate2usa.com Note: Neil Fleischer is an attorney licensed in the State... more

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