US federal judges in California have ruled that the detention of two Indian nationals by immigration authorities likely violated due process. The US District Court for the Eastern District of California issued orders for the release of Kirandeep K. and Rohit K. In Kirandeep’s case, the court found that her continued detention without a hearing was a violation of due process. She was ordered to be released immediately and protected from re-arrest without notice.
Kirandeep, an Indian citizen who sought asylum, had been living in California for over four years. Despite attending all scheduled appointments with immigration authorities, she was detained during a routine check-in. The court determined that her detention without a hearing was unjust. Similarly, Rohit, who claimed fear of political persecution in India, was held for over seven months without a bond hearing. Judge Nunley ordered his immediate release, citing the risk of wrongful deprivation of liberty.
In both cases, the court emphasized the importance of procedural safeguards and the protected liberty interest of individuals once released from custody.
