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DOJ sues Franklin County Court over immigration arrest rule

8/25/2026

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U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) sued Franklin County Municipal Court over its rule blocking federal immigration arrests.
The rule bars civil arrests at the courthouse without a judicial warrant.
Assistant Attorney General Brett A. Shumate said the rule obstructs federal law enforcement.
He added it enables dangerous criminal aliens to evade detention and removal.
DOJ claims arrests away from courthouses are less predictable and more dangerous.

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Story summary

U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) sued Franklin County Municipal Court over its rule blocking federal immigration arrests.
The rule bars civil arrests at the courthouse without a judicial warrant.
Assistant Attorney General Brett A. Shumate said the rule obstructs federal law enforcement.
He added it enables dangerous criminal aliens to evade detention and removal.
DOJ claims arrests away from courthouses are less predictable and more dangerous.