Supreme court decision expands eligibility for cancellation removal
Cancellation of Removal Granted for Long-Term Resident
In a significant legal victory, a client was granted cancellation of removal, securing their status as a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) after a complex, five-year legal battle. This positive outcome followed a tumultuous journey through the immigration system, which involved multiple judicial proceedings and legal challenges.
The case was particularly challenging due to the client’s past. The individual had a history of domestic violence convictions and several DUIs, offenses that often present substantial hurdles in immigration cases. However, the legal team was able to successfully argue for the client’s eligibility for cancellation of removal, a form of relief available to certain long-term LPRs who meet specific criteria.
The path to this victory was anything but straightforward. The case involved a sentence reduction for one of the convictions, a crucial development that helped the client meet the legal requirements for relief. It also included a remand from the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), which sent the case back to the lower court for a new hearing.
This lengthy and multifaceted process highlights the persistent effort required to navigate the complexities of immigration law. Ultimately, the judge recognized the client’s eligibility, leading to the cancellation of their removal order and the confirmation of their Lawful Permanent Resident status.
