No Discipline For DOJ Atty's 'Lapse Of Judgment' In ICE Case

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A US prosecutor will not face discipline for withholding information about a detainee's criminal history. Rhode Island federal court decision.

Introduction

A US prosecutor in Rhode Island will not face discipline for withholding information about a detainee's criminal history at the request of immigration enforcement. This decision was made by the chief judge of the US District Court in Rhode Island.

Background of the Case

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) had requested that the prosecutor provide information about the detainee's criminal history. However, the prosecutor did not provide this information, leading to an 'unfounded attack' on a federal judge by ICE after the detainee's release.

Court Decision

The chief judge of the US District Court in Rhode Island decided that the prosecutor had violated his duty of candor but will not face disciplinary action.

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Source: law360.com

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