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| Tracking # |
2023-OBFO-56197 |
| Submitted | June 8, 2023 |
| Est. Completion | None |
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From: Juan Emiliano Gonzalez
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:
Mailing information: 1743 Butler Ave, Unit 8, Los Angeles CA 90025
Contact information: 323-607-1885
Date: 06/08/2023
Freedom of Information Act Officer
Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM)
Subject: FOIA Request for Ramiro Torres's Immigration Records
Dear FOIA Officer,
I am writing to request the release of documents pertaining to my client, Ramiro Torres, under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552).
Client Information:
Name: Ramiro Torres
Date of Birth: 04/13/1978
Nationality: Mexican
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Brown
Weight: Approximately 160 pounds
Height: 5'6"
I am requesting the immigration records for Mr. Ramiro Torres in order to obtain a comprehensive understanding of his previous encounters with immigration authorities. Specifically, I would like to obtain any and all records related to his entry and detention in the United States. It is important for us to review these records as part of the preparation for any future immigration processes that Mr. Torres may undergo.
To assist in locating the relevant documents, I provide the following details:
Records of Entry: Please provide any records related to Mr. Ramiro Torres's entry into the United States on two occasions. The dates and locations of these entries are unknown to us, but we believe they occurred prior to [current year]. These records may include but are not limited to border patrol apprehension reports, I-213 forms, and any associated biometric data collected during these encounters.
Detention Records: Kindly provide any documents related to Mr. Torres's detention or incarceration resulting from his illegal entry into the United States. This may include any notices to appear (NTA), custody determinations, or detention facility records that pertain to Mr. Torres.
Biometric Data: We request access to any biometric records associated with Mr. Ramiro Torres, including fingerprints, photographs, or other identification information collected by the Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM) during his encounters with immigration authorities.
Removal Proceedings: If any removal proceedings were initiated against Mr. Torres as a result of his previous unauthorized entries, we kindly request all relevant records pertaining to these proceedings. This may include but is not limited to hearing transcripts, immigration judge decisions, and any notices of deportation or voluntary departure.
Please consider this letter as a formal request for these documents, and if there are any potential exemptions that may apply to certain documents, I kindly request a detailed explanation of the basis for any redactions or withheld information.
If you require any additional information or clarification to process this request, please do not hesitate to contact me using the information provided above. I would appreciate a confirmation of the receipt of this request and an estimated timeline for the completion of the document search.
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 20 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Juan Emiliano Gonzalez
From: Department Of Homeland Security, Office Of Biometric Identity Management
**UPDATE - PLEASE NOTE: The Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM) is using a new FOIA processing system. Requesters seeking records from OBIM are encouraged to submit FOIA requests via the Secure Release portal at https://www.securerelease.us/. By submitting FOIA requests via the portal, requesters can track requests, view prior portal submissions, send correspondence, and receive responsive records. Although the Secure Release portal is preferred, additional methods for sending FOIA requests include via email at foia-obim@hq.dhs.gov, via fax at 202-343-4011, or via regular mail by sending your request to The Privacy Office, Office of Biometric Identity Management, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 245 Murray Lane SW, STOP-0655, Washington, D.C. 20528-0655. 06/13/2023Juan GonzalezMuckRock News, DEPT MR147311263 Huntington AveBoston, Massachusetts 02115Re: 2023-OBFO-56197Dear Gonzalez:This acknowledges receipt of your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), dated 6/8/2023, seeking records pertaining to you. Your request was received in this office on 6/8/2023.Please be advised that DHS regulations require, in the case of first party information requests, a statement from you verifying your identity. See 6 C.F.R. § 5.21(f). Because you have not provided this documentation with your request, we are unable to initiate a search for responsive records. Also, in order to process your request, additional substantiating documentation (original fingerprint card and/or your Alien Registration Number) is needed. As a result, your request is not perfected, and we are unable to initiate a search for responsive records.Please complete the enclosed authorization form and submit back to this office along with an original fingerprint card and/or your Alien Registration Number within 30 days of the date of this letter. If we do not hear from you within 30 days, we will assume you are no longer interested in this request, and the case will be administratively closed. This is not a denial of your request. Upon receipt of a perfected request, your request will receive further processing and you will be advised as to the status of your request.Your request has been assigned reference number 2023-OBFO-56197. Please refer to this identifier in any future correspondence so that we may identify the information quickly and apply the information to this case immediately for processing. You may contact this office at 202-343-1743 or 866-431-0486.
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From: Juan Emiliano Gonzalez
To whom it may concern,
I hope you find yourself well. Below you can find attached the letter from Ramiro Torres that was requested giving authorization of release of said records. My client does not have his fingerprints record nor has he been taken fingerprints, and he was unable to provide me with an alien number as he has never had one. If the letter can suffice what is needed as well as the information I provided in the original request, please let me know. If there is something else that I need to do also please let me know.
Best regards,
Juan Gonzalez
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From: Department Of Homeland Security, Office Of Biometric Identity Management
**UPDATE - PLEASE NOTE: The Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM) is using a new FOIA processing system. Requesters seeking records from OBIM are encouraged to submit FOIA requests via the Secure Release portal at https://www.securerelease.us/. By submitting FOIA requests via the portal, requesters can track requests, view prior portal submissions, send correspondence, and receive responsive records. Although the Secure Release portal is preferred, additional methods for sending FOIA requests include via email at foia-obim@hq.dhs.gov, via fax at 202-343-4011, or via regular mail by sending your request to The Privacy Office, Office of Biometric Identity Management, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 245 Murray Lane SW, STOP-0655, Washington, D.C. 20528-0655. 08/25/2023Juan GonzalezMuckRock News, DEPT MR147311263 Huntington AveBoston, Massachusetts 02115Re: 2023-OBFO-56197Dear Mr. Gonzalez:This acknowledges receipt of your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), dated 6/8/2023, seeking records pertaining to your client, Ramiro Torres. Your request was received in this office on 6/8/2023.Please be advised that in order to process your request, additional substantiating documentation is needed. As a result, your request is not perfected, and we are unable to initiate a search for responsive records.DHS regulations require, in the case of third party information requests, a statement from the individual verifying his or her identity and certifying that individual's agreement that records concerning him or her may be accessed, analyzed and released to a third party. See 6 C.F.R. § 5.21(f). Please have your client complete the enclosed authorization form and submit back to this office. Additionally, in order to conduct a proper search for responsive records, you must submit an original fingerprint card and/or Alien Registration Number for your client.If we do not hear from you within 30 days, we will assume you are no longer interested in this request, and the case will be administratively closed. This is not a denial of your request. Upon receipt of a perfected request, your request will receive further processing and you will be advised as to the status of your request.Your request has been assigned reference number 2023-OBFO-56197. Please refer to this identifier in any future correspondence so that we may identify the information quickly and apply the information to this case immediately for processing. You may contact this office at 202-343-1743 or 866-431-0486.
This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message and any disclosure, copying, or distribution
of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, by you is strictly prohibited.
Deloitte refers to a Deloitte member firm, one of its related entities, or Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited ("DTTL"). Each Deloitte member firm is a separate legal entity and a member of DTTL. DTTL does not provide services to clients. Please see www.deloitte.com/about
to learn more.
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