3rd Circ. Leaves Dominican Woman's Removal Intact
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A divided 3rd Circuit panel has upheld a Board of Immigration Appeals decision denying a Dominican woman's bid to avoid removal after a drug conviction. The ruling may have significant implications for immigrants convicted of similar crimes.
3rd Circuit Leaves Dominican Woman's Removal Intact
On Friday, a divided 3rd Circuit panel upheld a Board of Immigration Appeals decision denying a Dominican woman's bid to avoid removal after a drug conviction. The ruling may have significant implications for immigrants convicted of similar crimes. The decision allows the Attorney General to automatically consider drug-trafficking offenses as 'particularly serious crimes' and grounds for removal.
What This Means for Immigrants
Immigrants convicted of drug-related crimes should be aware that they may be deported from the US. The Board of Immigration Appeals decision highlights the importance of seeking help from a qualified immigration attorney to protect their rights.
What to do next
- Appeal to Board of Immigration Appeals — Order
- Cancellation of Removal for Lawful Permanent Residents — Order
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Source: law360.com