SB 54 and the California Values Act: A Guide for Criminal Defenders
This advisory discusses the provisions of SB 54 (De Leon) and the California Values Act, relevant to criminal defense counsel who represent noncitizen clients. In addition to discussing specific provisions of the California Values Act, this advisory discusses how to incorporate this new law into your defense practice.
Why it matters
Useful as a practitioner-oriented overview from Immigrant Legal Resource Center on Crimes; review the source material for the most current authority and procedure.
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Crimes and categorical approach
Workflows
Crim-imm screening
Forums
Cross-forum
Jurisdictions
National