U.S. District Court Judge Brian Morris ordered the release of Adrián Espinoza De La Cruz and his 9-year-old child within 24 hours, ruling that their warrantless arrest and detention at the Havre Border Patrol Station violated their constitutional rights. Morris noted neither the father nor child had any prior criminal history or law enforcement encounters. The judge also cited concerns over the facility's lack of proper bedding and basic amenities, and the child's ongoing gastrointestinal medical needs. The U.S. Attorney's Office had acknowledged the arrest occurred without a warrant but said one was issued afterward.