Court directory

# Otero Immigration Court

## Contact and location

Physical address

26 McGregor Range Rd, Door #1, Chaparral, NM 88081

Phone

(575) 824-8900

Email

Otero.Immigration.Court@usdoj.gov

Asylum EAD clock

Asylum.Clock.Otero@usdoj.gov

Public hours

Public Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Filing hours

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

Case information

(800) 898-7180

Court administrator

Luz E. Juarez

Court status

OPEN

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

## Assigned judges

- [Benjamin Kuipers](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/benjamin-s-kuipers-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Jacinto Palomino](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/jacinto-palomino-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Joseph Q. Andelin](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/joseph-q-andelin-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Kirk Williams](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/kirk-williams-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Nathan Herbert](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/nathan-herbert-immigration-judge) · Assistant Chief Immigration Judge

- [Ralph Girvin](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/ralph-girvin-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

- [Samuel G. Williams](https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/samuel-g-williams-immigration-judge) · Immigration Judge

Historical EOIR data

## Outcomes at a glance

Total outcomes

40,494

Relief granted

1,360 3.4%

Denied / removal ordered

27,659 68.3%

Other / procedural

11,475 28.3%

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

Lobby Entrance

The Court is located in the last building off the road (drive past the main Detention Center). From the open parking lot, visitors may enter the building by ringing the doorbell at Door #2 and waiting for court personnel to grant access. 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). Visitors will be escorted by guards to the appropriate courtroom.

Parking and public transit

There is no

public transportation to the Otero Immigration Court. The court is located at the Otero Detention Center which is approximately a 40-minute drive from El Paso. There is ample parking in an open lot in front of the court’s building.

Accessibility

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

Other hearing locations

Cibola County Correctional Center, NM

Kay County Detention Center, OK

Torrance County Detention Facility, NM

Administrative jurisdiction

Assigned responsibility: Otero County Processing Center, NM​Cibola County Correctional Center, NM Torrance County Detention Facility, NM Kay County Detention Center, OK
Other hearing locations: Cibola County Correctional Center, NM; Torrance County Detention Facility, NM; Kay County Detention Center, OK

Hearing links by judge

- [ACIJ Nathan Herbert (NHB)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Herbert) · Access code: 199 450 6867

- [Joseph Q. Andelin (JQA)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Andelin) · Access code: 2826 156 0851

- [Ralph Girvin (REG)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Girvin) · Access code: 199 277 9801

- [Benjamin S. Kuipers (BEK)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Kuipers) · Access code: 2827 479 0358

- [Jacinto Palomino (JP1)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Palomino) · Access code: 199 830 1392

- [Kirk Williams](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Kirk.Williams) · Access code: 2837 806 4629

- [Samuel G. Williams (SGW)](https://eoir.webex.com/meet/IJ.Samuel.Williams) · Access code: 2822 548 5092​

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/otero-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)