Glossary

What Sanctuary Policies Mean for Undocumented Immigrants

Rommel H. Ojeda

While sanctuary policies limit cooperation between a city, county, or state with federal immigration enforcement agents to protect low-priority immigrants from deportation, their protection is not absolute. Here is what you should know.

Jul 15, 2021 8:56PM EDT

A city (or county or state) is considered a sanctuary when it has adopted policies designed to limit its cooperation with federal immigration enforcement agents to protect low-priority immigrants from deportation, while still turning over those who have committed serious crimes.

How the Flores Settlement Agreement Affects the Custody of Detained Child Migrants

By Documented Glossary Jul 13, 2021 12:55PM EDT

The Flores Settlement Agreement instituted a “general policy favoring release,” it required the government to house unaccompanied undocumented minors in “the least restrictive setting appropriate to the minor’s age and special needs.”

What the 100-Mile Border Zone Means for Civilians in the United States

By Documented Glossary Jul 5, 2021 9:34AM EDT

Federal law grants U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) the right to perform searches and seizures without warrant or probable cause “within a reasonable distance from any external boundary of the United States (border zone).

I-589: How to Seek Asylum in the United States

By Documented Glossary Jul 1, 2021 9:41AM EDT

A person demonstrably persecuted for reasons of race, religion, nationality, political opinion or membership in a particular social group; and who has been forced to flee a country where authorities can or will not address their persecution, is eligible to apply for asylum within the United States.

REAL ID: Appointment Requirements, Cost, and How to Get One

By Rommel H. Ojeda Jun 24, 2021 8:29AM EDT

A Real ID is a DMV issued driver's license, learner permit or non-driver ID that is federally compliant, and will be required after May 2023 to board domestic flights or enter federal buildings.

Public Charge Rule Explained

By Rommel H. Ojeda Glossary Apr 4, 2021 10:26AM EDT

Under section 212(a)(4) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), the rule comes into effect when individuals applying for admission to the U.S or, if they were already in the country, applied for an adjustment of status (e.i. green card, etc.)

The 287(g) Program for Collaboration Between ICE and Local Police

By Documented Glossary Mar 30, 2021 1:52PM EDT

Through the 287(g) program, state and local police officers collaborate with the federal government to enforce federal immigration laws

Resources

DACA program eligibility and requirements 2021

DACA has undergone many changes and updates during the past presidency. Here is a simple guide recompiling the latest developments on the legislation.

Mar 16, 2021 10:17AM EDT

Here is a simple guide recompiling the latest developments on the legislation regarding the DACA program

Glossary

Credible Fear Interview: A Critical Step in the Asylum Process

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The asylum request process includes a “credible fear interview” with an asylum officer. Its results get shared with an Immigration Judge

Mar 12, 2021 3:41PM EST

As a part of the asylum request process, applicants are subject to a “credible fear interview” with an asylum officer.

Glossary

I-751 Form: Petition to Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence

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Conditional permanent residents who have obtained legal status through marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and wish to apply to remove conditions on their permanent resident status do so using the I-751 form.

Mar 2, 2021 10:51AM EST