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National Immigration Project Practice advisory Jun 30, 2026

Facilitating Marriages in Immigration Detention

For many detained noncitizens, the ability to marry is significant not only because it implicates a fundamental personal and legal right, but also because a valid marriage may establish eligibility for certain forms of immigration relief or benefits that may ultimately lead to release from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention. Despite the importance of this right, individuals in ICE custody often face substantial procedural and logistical barriers when attempting to marry, la

Removal defense Detention / bond Family-based practice Cross-forum Direct PDF
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National Immigration Project Practice advisory Aug 27, 2025

O.C.V. v. Bondi: Tenth Circuit Vacates Matter of M-R-M-S-

On August 26, 2025, the Tenth Circuit issued a published decision, O.C.V. v. Bondi , vacating the Board of Immigration Appeals presidential decision Matter of M-R-M-S- , which had wrongfully held that if a persecutor had any motivation other than animus toward the family group, an asylum seeker could not prevail on a family-based asylum claim. The Tenth Circuit rejected this narrowed definition of nexus. The case was litigated in federal court by the Center for Gender and Refugee Studies and the

Asylum Detention / bond Family-based practice BIA Court of appeals Direct PDF
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Immigrant Legal Resource Center Practice advisory Sep 24, 2024

Overview, Tips, and Considerations When Applying for Keeping Families Together Parole in Place for Spouses and Stepchildren of U.S. Citizens

This practice advisory describes the new “Keeping Families Together” parole in place process for certain spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens including what exactly is it and what you get if approved. It also details the eligibility requirements and application process as well as addressing some of the more “in the weeds” issues such as if the USC spouse is deceased, common law marriages, the different presumptions that apply depending on the applicant’s criminal history or if they have an

Detention / bond Crimes and categorical approach Family-based practice Cross-forum Direct PDF
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Immigrant Legal Resource Center Practice advisory Sep 12, 2024

Special Parole Programs Practice Advisory

The advisory provides information and updates on various parole programs including Uniting for Ukraine, Operation Allies Welcome, CHNV Parole, Family Reunification Parole, CAM Parole, and Parole in Place.

Detention / bond Family-based practice Cross-forum Direct PDF
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Immigrant Legal Resource Center Practice advisory Sep 5, 2023

Practice Update: Special Parole Programs

This practice advisory provides updates on recent changes to several special parole programs including Uniting for Ukraine, re-parole for Afghan parolees, parole for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans, family reunification parole, and parole under the Central American Minors program. Included in the advisory are practice tips, examples, and policy updates relevant to eligibility for these programs.

Detention / bond Family-based practice Children and SIJS Cross-forum Direct PDF
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Immigrant Legal Resource Center Practice advisory Apr 15, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions in 1-Parent Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Cases in California Family Courts

In this practice advisory developed in consultation with the staff of the Judicial Council of California, we answer common questions about basic procedural and substantive issues that may arise in family court custody cases when SIJS findings are being requested.

Detention / bond Family-based practice Special immigrant Immigration court Direct PDF
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