Arrest of a U.S. Citizen
If you are aware that a U.S. citizen has been arrested in the states of Jalisco, Colima, Aguascalientes or Nayarit, please ask the authorities to notify the U.S. Consulate Guadalajara immediately.
The U.S. Consulate Guadalajara will work to help protect the person and ensure fair treatment.
The U.S. Consulate Guadalajara will also visit the prisoner; provide a list of local attorneys and information about the local legal process; and notify family and friends.
More information is available on the U.S. State Department website: "Assistance to U.S. Citizens Arrested Abroad" and "Prisoner Transfer Treaties."
Address: Progreso #175
Colonia Americana, Codigo Postal 44100
Guadalajara, Jalisco.
Passport & Citizenship Services: (52-33) 3268 2173
Special Consular Services: (52-33) 3268 2273
Direct Fax Line: (52-33) 3825-1951
After hours Duty Officer (Emergencies only): (52-33) 3268-2145
Email: acsgdl@state.gov
For visa inquiries: visasgdl@state.gov
