INDIANAPOLIS — The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is planning to open an immigration court in Indianapolis in 2023.
Currently, cases that originate in Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin are generally heard in Chicago.
The court will be located in the Minton-Capehart Federal Building at the intersection of Pennsylvania and Michigan Streets.
"After the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) charges a foreign born individual, an alien, with violating immigration laws, EOIR decides whether that individual is removable from the country and if found removable, whether they qualify for protection or relief from removal," a DOJ fact sheet said.
The Department of Justice tells WRTV around 40 employees, including immigration judges and other court staff, will work at the facility.
Nationwide, approximately 350 immigration judges work in around 60 immigration courts.
-
How to properly prepare for fall and winter heating
Fall heating safety is top of mind for the Wayne Township Fire Department. With the cooler weather rolling around you need to remember how to prevent any accidents.Jim Irsay is giving away Taylor Swift tickets. Here's how to win
Colts owner Jim Irsay is giving away four Taylor Swift concert tickets to one lucky winner. Here's how to make them yours.Delphi Murders Trial: Day 4 | Focus on evidence recovered at crime scene
Testimony and cross-examination of the state's witness, ISP crime scene investigator Brian Olehy, continued on day four of the Delphi Murders trial.8 million student loan borrowers won't have to make payments until April
The Biden administration is extending a pause of student loan payments for 8 million borrowers amid a court battle.