EOIR Policy Memo 25-33 on Neutrality and Impartiality in Immigration Court Proceedings

EOIR Acting Director Sirce E. Owen issued Policy Memorandum (PM) 25-33, "Neutrality and Impartiality in Immigration Court Proceedings," reminding Immigration Judges of their ethical and professional responsibility obligations to treat both parties in a neutral, unbiased, and impartial manner.

The memo specifically notes that “nothing in the applicable ethics regulations or the Guide provides an exception for bias directed against DHS.” Judges who demonstrate bias or hostility toward either party may be subject to corrective or disciplinary action.