The Louisiana Middle District Court announced on April 23 that it has issued General Orders changing how judicial officers are assigned to cases in the district and establishing new procedures for writs of habeas corpus filed by individuals claiming illegal detention by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
These changes, which include General Orders 2026-09, 2026-10, and 2026-11, are intended to clarify the handling of cases involving ICE detainees. The court also entered a Standing Order in pending ICE-related cases to address delivery of court orders and notices, appointment of counsel for those filing without legal representation, case assignments, and scheduling.
The updates affect both current and future proceedings involving claims under Title 28 United States Code Section 2241 by persons detained in immigration custody. According to the court’s statement, these procedural changes aim to streamline case management and ensure clear communication with parties involved.
No additional background information or further context was provided regarding previous procedures or the specific content of the new orders.
