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National Immigration Project Template motion Apr 25, 2018

Sessions v. Dimaya: Supreme Court strikes down 18 U.S.C. § 16(b) as void for vagueness

In this advisory, we review the Supreme Court’s decision in Dimaya (see Section I) and what the decision may mean for others charged with other similarly nebulous removal grounds (see Section II). We also discuss suggested strategies and provide a sample motion to reconsider for cases affected by Dimaya, which should be filed by May 17, 2018. (see Section III).

Removal defense Motions to reopen / reconsider Immigration court BIA Direct PDF
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American Immigration Council Practice advisory Feb 6, 2018

The Basics of Motions to Reopen EOIR-Issued Removal Orders

This practice advisory provides a basic overview of motions to reopen removal orders that are filed with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), which consists of immigration courts throughout the country and the Board of Immigration Appeals, located in Falls, Church Virginia. The advisory also provides basic information about how to seek a stay in conjunction with the filing of a motion to reopen.

Removal defense Motions to reopen / reconsider BIA appeals Immigration court BIA Direct PDF
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American Immigration Council Practice advisory Jul 14, 2016

Motions to Suppress in Removal Proceedings: A General Overview

This Practice Advisory provides a general overview of motions to suppress, a tool used to prevent the introduction of evidence obtained by federal immigration officers in violation of the Fourth Amendment, Fifth Amendment, and related provisions of federal law.

Removal defense Evidence and procedure Cross-forum Direct PDF
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American Immigration Council Practice advisory Jul 14, 2016

Return to the United States After Prevailing on a Petition for Review or Motion to Reopen

This Practice Advisory contains practical and legal suggestions for individuals seeking to return to the United States after they have prevailed on a petition for review or an administrative motion to reopen or reconsider to the immigration court or Board of Immigration Appeals.

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National Immigration Project Practice advisory Apr 17, 2015

Practice Advisory: Return to the United States After Prevailing on a Petition for Review or Motion to Reopen or Reconsider

This practice advisory contains practical and legal suggestions for individuals seeking to return to the United States after they have prevailed on a petition for review or a motion to reopen or reconsider to the immigration court or Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).

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ASISTA Practice advisory Apr 16, 2007

Practice Advisory: Adjustment of Status of "Arriving Aliens" Under the Interim Regulations: Challenging the BIA's Denial of a Motion to Reopen, Remand, or Continue a Case (April 16, 2007)

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AAO Practice Manual Practice manual No date

AAO Practice Manual

Official USCIS Administrative Appeals Office manual for appeals, motions, certifications, representation, and filing practice.

BIA appeals Adjustment of status Employment USCIS
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BIA Practice Manual Practice manual No date

BIA Practice Manual

Official practice manual for appeals and motions before the Board of Immigration Appeals.

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Immigration Court Practice Manual Practice manual No date

Immigration Court Practice Manual

Official practice manual for parties appearing before immigration courts.

Removal defense Evidence and procedure Detention / bond Immigration court
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