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Civil Remedies

The topic is about the civil remedies that U.S. citizens can pursue if they are wrongfully detained by ICE, including civil-rights lawsuits and seeking damages.

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Jan 29, 2026
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What legal protections exist if ICE arrests a U.S. citizen despite showing state ID?

If arrests someone who is a despite that person showing a state or tribal ID, the citizen retains including the right to remain silent and to challenge detention; ICE lacks authority to deport citizen...

Jan 19, 2026

What civil remedies and church governance tools do congregations typically use in addition to criminal charges to prevent repeated disruptions?

Congregations typically pair internal governance tools — clear bylaws, standing rules, and polity-specific disciplinary procedures — with limited civil remedies such as litigation or law‑enforcement i...