2017 Articles

DACA

What is the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program? The DACA program was enacted by the administration of former President Barack Obama on June 15, 2012, through a Department of ...
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Asylum in the USA

Comparing Asylum and Refugee Status U.S. immigration law includes protections for “asylees” and “refugees.” Before continuing, it is important to understand the similarities ...
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U.S. Immigration and Refugees

What is “Refugee” in U.S. Immigration Law? How is it Different From Asylum? Both refugees and asylees must meet the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) definition of ...
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Aggravated Felony

What is an Aggravated Felony in U.S. Immigration Law? Section 101(a)(43) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) defines “aggravated felonies” in immigration law. Each of the ...
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