Code of Federal Regulations Title 45. Public Welfare § 45.410.102 ORR care and placement of unaccompanied alien children

(a) ORR coordinates and implements the care and placement of UAC who are in ORR custody by reason of their immigration status.

(b) For all UACs in ORR custody, DHS and DOJ (Department of Justice) handle other matters, including immigration benefits and enforcement matters, as set forth in their respective statutes, regulations and other authorities.

(c) ORR shall hold UACs in facilities that are safe and sanitary and that are consistent with ORR's concern for the particular vulnerability of minors.

(d) Within all placements, UACs shall be treated with dignity, respect, and special concern for their particular vulnerability.