Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer

The Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO) is part of the U.S. Department of Justice. It oversees immigration-related legal cases, particularly those involving employment eligibility and immigration violations. When individuals or employers challenge decisions made by immigration enforcement agencies, they can appeal to OCAHO. The office conducts hearings and makes decisions based on the arguments and evidence presented. Its goal is to ensure fair and impartial resolutions to disputes within the immigration system, upholding legal rights while addressing immigration law compliance.