In Esquivel-Quintana v. Sessions, Justice Thomas authored a decision for a unanimous SCOTUS on interpreting aggravated felony sexual abuse of a minor for statutory rape offenses.
In this article, we explain the continuing applicability of former section 212(c) relief, including who can seek relief under former section 212(c) with the Form I-191.
In the Matter of Wu, the BIA held that a California assault conviction under section 245(a)(1) of the California Penal Code is categorically a CIMT.
In the Matter of Jimenez-Cedillo, the BIA explained when a sexual offense against a minor with no mens rea regarding the victim’s age is a categorical CIMT.
The BIA held that section 203 of the California Penal Code (crime of mayhem) is a categorical crime of violence. The decision discusses the statute’s use of force requirement.
In the Matter of Flores-Abarca, the BIA held that unlawful transportation of a firearm is categorically a firearms offense under INA 237(a)(2)(C).
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