Man detained under immigration law granted release by federal court
Apr 3, 2026 · Philadelphia, PA, Nicaragua
Jasser L. Bautista Espinoza filed a petition for a writ of habeas corpus challenging his detention. The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania granted his petition on April 7, 2026. The court ordered respondents to immediately release Bautista Espinoza from custody and return all personal belongings and identification documents confiscated during his detention. The court enjoined respondents from detaining Bautista Espinoza for seven days following his release based on 8 U.S.C. §§ 1225 or 1226. If the government seeks to detain him after seven days, it must provide a bond hearing within 48 hours or his remedy will recur. The petitioner may submit a motion for attorney fees within 60 days of the order.
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