Mandamus and APA Delay Cases: Avoiding Dismissal and Proving the Case
This Practice Advisory provides basic information about filing an immigration-related delay action in federal district court under both the Mandamus Act and the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). It discusses the required elements of a successful mandamus and APA actions as well as jurisdictional concerns that may arise.
Why it matters
Useful as a practitioner-oriented overview from American Immigration Council on Federal Court; review the source material for the most current authority and procedure.
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Federal court
Evidence and procedure
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Federal district court
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