SCOTUS to Hear ‘Mandatory Detention’ Case on Criminal Aliens in Removal Proceedings
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The US Supreme Court will hear a case on mandatory detention of criminal aliens in removal proceedings. This may impact the deportation process for foreign nationals who have committed crimes.
SCOTUS to Hear ‘Mandatory Detention’ Case on Criminal Aliens in Removal Proceedings
Despite the Supreme Court’s clear admonitions to the contrary, lower courts have crafted constitutional arguments to justify releasing aliens in removal proceedings, including criminals. The justices have an opportunity in Black to reverse that questionable trend — and to spare the High Court a lot more work in the future.
What this means for foreign nationals in the US
This case may impact the deportation process for foreign nationals who have committed crimes. If the Supreme Court rules that mandatory detention of aliens in removal proceedings is constitutional, it could lead to an increase in the number of aliens detained while awaiting deportation.
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What to do next
- Appeal to Board of Immigration Appeals — Order
- Cancellation of Removal for Lawful Permanent Residents — Order
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Source: cis.org