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Santa Maria Today
By the People, for the People
ICE Detentions Reported at ISAP Check-ins in Southern California
Individuals being taken into custody during routine immigration check-ins, raising concerns about enforcement tactics
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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Reports indicate that individuals are being taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents following check-ins with the Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) in the Los Angeles area. While not every person who checks in is detained, some are being apprehended, sparking concerns about immigration enforcement tactics in the region.
Why it matters
The detentions during ISAP check-ins raise questions about the use of this program as an alternative to detention and the broader impacts on immigrant communities in Southern California. Factors like capacity issues at detention centers and changes in federal immigration leadership may be influencing these enforcement strategies.
The details
Between March 3rd and March 5th, 2026, ICE activity was observed at various locations throughout Southern California, including reported detentions in Laguna Niguel, Escondido, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Rancho Cucamonga, San Diego, and Idyllwild. In Rancho Cucamonga, agents initially released an individual mistakenly before detaining another man in front of his children. Border Patrol agents were also observed at a checkpoint near Paradise Valley Cafe in Idyllwild. ICE agents were present at county jails in Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara, awaiting the release of individuals, and community members documented ICE activity at the Ventura County Jail.
- Between March 3rd and March 5th, 2026, ICE activity was observed at various locations throughout Southern California.
- On March 3rd, 2026, in Rancho Cucamonga, agents initially released an individual mistakenly before detaining another man in front of his children.
The players
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
The federal law enforcement agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws in the United States.
Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP)
An ICE program designed as an alternative to detention, utilizing GPS ankle monitors, smartphone apps, and in-person check-ins.
BI-Incorporate
A private company that manages the ISAP program under contract with ICE.
Kristi Noem
A former federal official who was recently replaced within the Department of Homeland Security.
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the individuals detained during the ISAP check-ins to be released on bail.
The takeaway
The detentions during ISAP check-ins highlight the ongoing challenges and evolving nature of immigration enforcement in Southern California, with factors like detention center capacity and leadership changes potentially influencing tactics and outcomes. This situation requires close monitoring to understand the broader implications for immigrant communities in the region.
