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Russian tenant in ICE custody gains legal representation ahead of eviction trial

Oct 18, 2025 · San Francisco, CA, Russia

Russian tenant in ICE custody gains legal representation ahead of eviction trial

A 42-year-old San Francisco tenant from Russia who fled political persecution remains in federal immigration custody at California City Detention Center while facing eviction for alleged nonpayment of rent. The Eviction Defense Collaborative has taken on his legal representation ahead of his Monday eviction trial at McAllister Street court, preventing an automatic no-show eviction. His landlord's legal firm has refused to reschedule the hearing despite awareness of his detention, and ICE has not responded to requests about allowing virtual court appearance.

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