Wisconsin Immigration Bonds
If someone you know is in ICE custody in Wisconsin, start by confirming where they are being held. If an immigration bond has already been set, Amistad can help you take the next step.
Where Is the Person Being Held in Wisconsin?
Someone taken into ICE custody in Wisconsin may not stay in the city where they were arrested. The main Wisconsin location currently documented for ICE detention is:
Dodge County Jail / Dodge County Detention Facility
216 W. Center Street, Juneau, WI 53039
ICE records confirm that this county facility has been used to house immigration detainees under the supervision of the Chicago Field Office.
Not Sure Where They Are?
Do not assume the person is still near the arrest location. ICE may transfer someone to another facility or state. Use our step-by-step locator guide to confirm the current detention location before traveling.
Arrest Location May Not Be the Detention Location
A person arrested in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay or another Wisconsin community may later be transferred to Juneau or to a facility outside Wisconsin. Always confirm the person's current location before:
This is especially important because immigration detention and immigration court are separate parts of the process.
If an Immigration Bond Has Already Been Set
If ICE or an Immigration Judge has already set the bond amount, Amistad can help you understand what is needed to move forward. You do not need to travel to the detention facility to start the Amistad bond process.
What to Have Ready
- Full legal name of the detained person
- A-Number, if available
- Current detention location, if known
- Immigration bond amount, if already set
Don't have everything yet? You can still call. We'll explain what information is missing.
Need to Check Bond Qualification Rules?
Learn who can post a bond, what information is required by ICE, and what conditions apply once a person is released.
How Amistad Helps
Once a bond has been set, the process can usually begin remotely from anywhere in the U.S.
We Review
We confirm the information you have and explain what is still needed.
We Explain Costs
Clear explanation of applicable premium, collateral and paperwork.
You Complete
Payment, collateral and required documents are completed safely.
eBonds Submission
Amistad handles the electronic surety bond submission to DHS.
ICE Release
ICE determines bond acceptance and coordinates release from custody.
Immigration Court for Wisconsin Detention Cases
Detention location and immigration court location are not necessarily the same. EOIR currently assigns Dodge County Detention Facility to the Chicago Immigration Court administrative-control structure.
Important: Do not assume the court simply from the Wisconsin detention location. The person's own Notice of Hearing and EOIR case information control.
Immigration Bond Payment Options
If the bond amount is already known, there may be more than one way to proceed.
Cash Collateral Immigration Bond
Provide the full bond amount as cash collateral.
Property Collateral Immigration Bond
A qualifying house may be used as collateral, subject to approval.
Not sure which option makes sense?
Compare Immigration Bond Payment OptionsImportant Things to Know in Wisconsin
ICE Custody Is Federal
An immigration bond is separate from a criminal bail bond issued by a Wisconsin local court.
Not Automatically Available
Being detained by ICE does not mean a person automatically qualifies for an immigration bond.
Transfers Can Happen
A person may be moved between facilities, including to another state.
You Can Start Remotely
You do not need to live in Wisconsin or travel to Juneau to begin the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Post the Bond?
If an immigration bond has already been set, call with whatever information you have. The person's name, A-Number, detention location and bond amount are the most helpful details.
Amistad Bail Bonds provides immigration bond services and is not a law firm. Bond eligibility and amounts are determined by DHS, ICE or an Immigration Judge with jurisdiction. Consult a licensed immigration attorney for legal advice about an individual immigration case.