Court directory

# Fort Snelling Immigration Court

## Contact and location

Physical address

Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building, 1 Federal Dr, Ste 1850, Fort Snelling, MN 55111

Phone

(612) 725-3765

Email

FortSnelling.Immigration.Court@usdoj.gov

Asylum EAD clock

Asylum.Clock.Fort.Snelling@usdoj.gov

Public hours

Public Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Filing hours

Window Filing Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Case information

(800) 898-7180

Court administrator

Fayne Overton (Acting)

Court status

OPEN

Public hours

* Public Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; * Window Filing Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; The immigration court is open Monday to Friday except for federal holidays. The Office of Personnel Management publishes a list of the observed dates of every federal holiday by year online at this link:  . Additionally, the court may have to unexpectedly close due to inclement weather or for another emergency or reason.; When necessary, information on immigration court closures or changes to the immigration court’s operating hours is available on EOIR's  ,  , and  .

[Official court contact information](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/fort-snelling-immigration-court)

## Assigned judges

- [Audrey Carr](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/audrey-carr-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Brian Sardelli](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/brian-sardelli-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Craig A. DeFoe](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/craig-defoe-immigration-judge) · Assistant Chief Immigration Judge (supervisory oversight)

- [Jared Grimmer](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/jared-grimmer-eoir-dfdf723a) · Immigration Judge

- [Jayme Salinardi](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/jayme-salinardi-immigration-judge) · Assistant Chief Immigration Judge

- [Kalin Ivany](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/kalin-ivany-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Monte Miller](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/monte-miller-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Nathan M. Hansen](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/nathan-m-hansen-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Sarah Mazzie](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/sarah-mazzie-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

Historical assignments

- [Amy K.R. Zaske](/kyj/judge/amy-k-zaske-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Andrew J. Caborn](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/andrew-j-caborn-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

Historical EOIR data

## Outcomes at a glance

Total outcomes

100,953

Relief granted

7,491 7.4%

Denied / removal ordered

61,376 60.8%

Other / procedural

32,086 31.8%

National comparison for this selection: 9,249,024 outcomes; 10.0% relief granted; 52.0% denied / removal ordered; 38.0% other / procedural.

Methodology and sources

These are proceeding outcomes, not asylum application statistics. Completion years use EOIR COMP_DATE; 2026 contains partial-year data. Relief granted, denied / removal ordered and other / procedural exhaust the recorded outcomes. Groups of one are included. Historical outcomes do not establish a current assignment. Counts describe recorded cases and do not predict an individual's result.

[Official EOIR case data](https://fileshare.eoir.justice.gov/EOIR%20Case%20Data.zip) · Source date: Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:14:27 GMT

## Visitor information

Hearing instructions

EOIR lists Internet-based hearing links and telephonic access codes in its current hearing directory. The hearing notice and current EOIR instructions control whether a particular hearing is remote or in person. Unrepresented respondents generally appear in person unless EOIR directs otherwise.

Building access and security

Security information: All visitors to the immigration court must undergo a security screening through a metal detector machine as well as a handbag screening each time they visit the immigration court. Shoes may be required to be removed. Food and drinks are not allowed, except as specifically permitted by the immigration judge. Usage of cameras or recording devices in courtrooms or other EOIR space is prohibited. Note, however, that attorneys or accredited representatives of record and DHS attorneys representing the government in proceedings before EOIR are permitted to use electronic devices in EOIR courtrooms for the limited purpose of conducting immediately relevant court and business-related activities (e.g. scheduling).

Parking and public transit

The Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building provides free on-site parking. The entrance to the visitors and handicapped parking areas are accessed from the road in front of the building through the guard station.

Accessibility

EOIR accessibility statement: https://www.justice.gov/accessibility/accessibility-statement

Other hearing locations

Minnesota Dept. of Corr., Stillwater, MNND Dept. of Corr. North Dakota State Prison, Bismarck, NDSD Dept. of Corr.-South Dakota Penitentiary, Sioux Falls, SD

Administrative jurisdiction

Assigned responsibility: ST. PAUL, MN - DHS DISTRICT OFFICE (including North and South Dakota IHP)Minnesota Department of CorrectionsAll non-detained cases in the states of Minnesota, North Dakota and South DakotaBurleigh County Jail GRAND FORKS COUNTY CORRECTIONALBloomington Detained - Lawrence County Douglas County Jail, Superior, WI
Other hearing locations: Minnesota Dept. of Corr., Stillwater, MNND Dept. of Corr. North Dakota State Prison, Bismarck, NDSD Dept. of Corr.-South Dakota Penitentiary, Sioux Falls, SD

Hearing links by judge

- [ACIJ Jayme Salinardi (JSL)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/ACIJ.Salinardi) · Access code: 199 448 1129

- [Audrey Carr (MAC)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Carr) · Access code: 199 366 7683

- [Katherine Hansen (KLH)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Hansen) · Access code: 199 817 2956

- [Nathan M. Hansen (NHN)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Nathan.Hansen) · Access code: 2819 229 8885

- [Kalin Ivany (KMI)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Kalin.Ivany) · Access code: 2763 491 2050

- [Sarah Mazzie (SM1)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Mazzie) · Access code: 199 315 1370

- [Monte Miller (MMR)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Monte.Miller) · Access code: 199 056 4234

- [Brian Sardelli (BSI)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Sardelli) · Access code: 199 448 7368

National EOIR procedures and policy manual

These national materials apply according to the proceeding, party, or staff role described in each section. They are not this judge’s personal preferences. Read the linked section for the complete requirements and exceptions.

[5.2 - Process ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-5-2)

[5.1 - Representation and Appearances Generally ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-5-1)

[8.1 - Detention ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-8-1)

[Appx A - Directory ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/a)

[Appx H - Filing Motions ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/h)

[6.2 - Deportation Proceedings and Exclusion Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-6-2)

[8.6 - Duty to Report ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-6)

[4.8 - Motions to Reconsider ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-8)

[8.2 - Definition of Practitioner and Recognized Organization ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-2)

[Part II - OCIJ Immigration Court Practice Manual ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm)

[1.2 - Function of the Office of the Chief Immigration Judge ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-1-2)

[4.7 - Motions to Reopen ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-7)

[5.5 - Certification ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-5-5)

[Operating Policies and Procedures Memoranda ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-V/memoranda/oppm)

[8.3 - Bond Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-8-3)

[4.10 - Other Motions ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-10)

[3.1 - Types of Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-1)

[3.8 - Public Access ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-8)

[2.2 - Law Library and Immigration Research Center ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-2-2)

[1.5 - Public Inquiries ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-1-5)

[2.1 - Delivery and Receipt ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-2-1)

[Appx I - Sample Written Pleading ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/i)

[8.4 - Conduct ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-4)

[3.3 - References to Parties and the Immigration Judge ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-3)

[5.4 - Waiver of Appeal ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-5-4)

[5.3 - Entering an Appearance as the Practitioner of Record ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-5-3)

[1.5 - Public Access ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-1-5)

[Appx C - Deadlines ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/c)

[3.14 - Master Calendar Hearing ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-14)

[3.15 - Individual Calendar Hearing ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-15)

[4.11 - Decisions ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-11)

[3.7 - Attendance ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-7)

[2.6 - Recognition & Accreditation (R&A) Program ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-2-6)

[1.1 - Scope of Part II: The Office of the Chief Immigration Judge ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-1-1)

[2.1 - Self Help Legal Materials ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-2-1)

[Appx B - Organizational Chart ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/b)

[8.2 - Detained Juveniles ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-8-2)

[5.5 - Limited Appearance for Document Assistance ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-5-5)

[Appx J - Sample Oral Pleading ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/j)

[7.1 - In General ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-7-1)

[3.9 - Record ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-9)

[4.6 - Transcript Requests ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-6)

[Chapter 4 - EOIR Courts and Appeals System ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-4)

[3.20 - Combining and Separating Cases ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-20)

[7.2 - Automatic Stays ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-7-2)

[1.4 - Court and Headquarters Locations ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-1-4)

[1.6 - Representation ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-1-6)

[2.7 - Federal Orientation Program ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-2-7)

[1.2 - EOIR Components ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-1-2)

[8.8 - Notice to the Public ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-8)

[4.3 - Motion Limits ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-3)

[4.2 - Filing a Motion ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-2)

[Appx L - Sample Table of Contents ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/l)

[Observing Immigration Court Hearings Fact Sheet. ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/media/1449716/dl?inline)

[3.10 - Interpreters ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-10)

[3.21 - Juveniles ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-21)

[1.1 - Scope of the EOIR Policy Manual ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-1-1)

[8.10 - Reinstatement ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-10)

[2.4 - Forensic Competency Evaluation (FCE) Program ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-2-4)

[5.1 - Appeals Generally ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-5-1)

[3.5 - Hearing and Filing Location ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-5)

[3.3 - Submitting Completed Forms ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-3-3)

[6.2 - FOIA Requests ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-6-2)

[Chapter 9 - Judicial Conduct and Professionalism ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-9)

[3.2 - Obtaining Blank Forms ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-3-2)

[3.1 - Forms Generally ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-3-1)

[8.4 - Detention Review ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-8-4)

[5.2 - Individuals Authorized to Provide Representation and Make Appearances ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-5-2)

[3.17 - Pre-Hearing Conferences and Statements ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-17)

[2.4 - Filing Fees ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-2-4)

[Chapter 7 - Fraud and Abuse Prevention Program ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-7)

[Appx K - Sample Criminal History Chart ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/k)

[eRegistry Validation Process. ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/eregistry-program)

[5.4 - Changes in Representation ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-5-4)

[3.13 - Access to Court ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-13)

[3.2 - Commencement of Removal Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-2)

[3.18 - Pre-Hearing Briefs ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-18)

[Appx M - Immigration Court Adjournment Codes ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/m)

[1.4 - Jurisdiction and Authority ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-1-4)

[Part I - Introduction ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/intro)

[All EOIR Memoranda by Topic ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-V/memoranda/topic)

[1.7 - Security ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-1-7)

[Appx E - Certificate of Service ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/e)

[5.3 - Jurisdiction ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-5-3)

[Appx D - Cover Pages ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/d)

[3.6 - Form of the Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-6)

[3.11 - Courtroom Decorum ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-11)

[8.7 - Disciplinary Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-7)

[3.19 - Subpoenas ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-19)

[3.4 - Representation ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-4)

[6.4 - Limited Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-6-4)

[3.12 - Electronic Devices ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-12)

[5.6 - Additional Information ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-5-6)

[2.3 - Documents ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-2-3)

[1.3 - Composition of the Office of the Chief Immigration Judge ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-1-3)

[1.3- EOIR Jurisdiction and Authority ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-1-3)

[8.5 - Complaints ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-5)

[EOIR explanation of standing-order authority ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/list-resources)

[Part VI - Uniform Docketing System Manual ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VI/uniform-docketing-system-manual)

[6.1 - Requests for Records of Proceedings (ROP) ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-6-1)

[2.3 - Pro Bono Representation ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-2-3)

[4.5 - Motion Briefs ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-5)

[8.1 - Practitioner and Recognized Organization Discipline Generally ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-1)

[6.3 - Rescission Proceedings ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-6-3)

[Appx N - Immigration Court Three Letter Codes ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/n)

[8.9 - Effect on Practitioner's Pending Immigration Cases ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-9)

[2.5 -  National Qualified Representative Program (NQRP) ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-2-5)

[6.3 - Privacy Act Requests ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-6-3)

[4.1 - Who May File ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-1)

[Part VII - Appendices ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices)

[Internet-Based Hearings Access Information ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/find-immigration-court-and-access-internet-based-hearings)

[3.4 - Additional Information ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-3-4)

[4.4 - Multiple Motions ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-4)

[3.16 - In Absentia Hearing ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-3-16)

[4.9 - Motions to Reopen In Absentia Orders ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-9)

[2.2 - Service on the Opposing Party ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-2-2)

[Part V – Policy Memoranda ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-V/memoranda)

[Appx F - Certificate of Translation ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/f)

[7.3 - Discretionary Stays ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-7-3)

[6.1 - Overview ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-6-1)

[Appx. O - Table of Changes ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/o)

[8.3 - Jurisdiction ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-8-3)

[4.12 - Response to Motion ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-II/icpm/chapter-4-12)

[1.6 - Electronic Devices ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-I/chapter-1-6)

[Appx G - Citations ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-VII/appendices/g)

[List of EOIR Policy Memoranda ↗](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir/part-V/memoranda/pm)

Official sources

[Official court website](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/fort-snelling-immigration-court)

[Official hearing directory](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/find-immigration-court-and-access-internet-based-hearings)

[Court operational status](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/immigration-court-operational-status)

[Check case status](https://acis.eoir.justice.gov/en/)

[Filing and procedure guidance](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/policy-manual-eoir)

[Administrative jurisdiction](https://www.justice.gov/eoir/immigration-court-administrative-control-list)