A federal judge in Los Angeles has issued a temporary order preventing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and all others from using “apparent race or ethnicity” to determine potential enforcement actions.

The late Friday ruling sets up additional hearing action in the coming week, where the judge may decide to impose more permanent provisions.

U.S. District Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong ruled in a case brought by people detained by the government following enforcement actions. They are represented by American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) attorneys.

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