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CBP's Holding of Detainees Beyond 72 Hours

Project Objective

To determine the causes leading to CBP's inability to comply with the general requirement to only hold detainees in its custody for up to 72 hours.

DHS Component

DHS

Project Mission

Securing and Managing Our Borders