Immigrants with pending cases face higher arrest risks and should be aware that they could still be arrested by ICE if they are believed to be in the country without legal status.

People with pending applications and no criminal record may be less likely to face removal under Biden, but there are no guarantees.

Immigrants can protect their liberty through bond and procedural challenges in immigration court, and protect their benefits by preparing for USCIS holds, re-reviews, and follow-up evidence requests.

More than 80 experienced immigration judges were fired, and up to 600 JAG attorneys now serve as temporary judges, leading to concerns about inconsistent standards and less time for full consideration of due process issues.

The advisory mentions that every individual has the right to legal representation and special protections for vulnerable populations like women and children during deportation proceedings.