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Violinist Detained by ICE: Struggle for Residency Begins

9/7/2025

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John Shin, a South Korean violinist, was detained by ICE in Colorado on August 18, 2025, due to a DUI conviction.
He spent 17 days in detention before being released on a $25,000 bond.
Shin's attorney claims he was targeted due to immigration quotas from previous policies.
He entered the U.S. legally as a child but lost DACA status after his 2020 conviction.
Shin is now working with his lawyer to obtain legal permanent residency.

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Story summary

John Shin, a South Korean violinist, was detained by ICE in Colorado on August 18, 2025, due to a DUI conviction.
He spent 17 days in detention before being released on a $25,000 bond.
Shin's attorney claims he was targeted due to immigration quotas from previous policies.
He entered the U.S. legally as a child but lost DACA status after his 2020 conviction.
Shin is now working with his lawyer to obtain legal permanent residency.