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Judge Frees Orozco-Ramirez, Declares Montana Detention Unconstitutional

7/3/2026

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Roberto Orozco-Ramirez was released in May 2026 after a judge ruled his Montana detention unconstitutional.
Judge Brian Morris criticized the executive branch for ignoring constitutional guarantees in the case.
Sheriff Jason Frederick negotiated with federal agents to keep Orozco-Ramirez in the local jail instead of a distant detention center.
The Froid community of about 200 residents raised money for rent, groceries and an immigration lawyer through silent-auction fundraisers.

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Story summary

Roberto Orozco-Ramirez was released in May 2026 after a judge ruled his Montana detention unconstitutional.
Judge Brian Morris criticized the executive branch for ignoring constitutional guarantees in the case.
Sheriff Jason Frederick negotiated with federal agents to keep Orozco-Ramirez in the local jail instead of a distant detention center.
The Froid community of about 200 residents raised money for rent, groceries and an immigration lawyer through silent-auction fundraisers.