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Realistic Probability in Immigration Categorical Approach Cases

Practice advisory on the realistic-probability requirement in immigration categorical-approach litigation, including how to frame the argument and use state-law materials effectively.

Immigrant Defense Project Practice advisory Jun 3, 2021 Direct PDF available

Why it matters

One of the more durable crim-imm references because the realistic-probability issue still surfaces repeatedly in removability and relief fights.

Topics

Crimes and categorical approach Removal defense

Forums

Immigration court BIA Court of appeals

Jurisdictions

National