Starting on March 1, Orange County in Florida will impose a cap on the number of migrants that the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can detain at the local jail. This decision comes in response to the overcrowding issues at detention facilities, where the local inmate population has often surpassed manageable levels. County Mayor Jerry Demings announced that the maximum limit for detainees will be set at 66 men and 64 women, specifically for those without local charges.

In addition to limiting detainee numbers, the county will also cease the practice known as 'rebooking.' This controversial method involved releasing detainees only to re-arrest them shortly after, thereby resetting the 72-hour civil detention clock. The termination of this practice aligns with broader efforts to improve humanitarian conditions for detainees and to curb the excessive use of resources in handling cases that do not lead to criminal charges.

This initiative marks a significant policy shift that reflects increasing scrutiny over immigration enforcement practices and the conditions in which detainees are held. By limiting ICE's capacity, Orange County aims to not only alleviate the burden on local facilities but also prompt discussions surrounding immigration policies and their implications for community safety and human rights.