Cases & Decisions, Amicus Briefs/Alerts
BIA Solicits Amicus Briefs on Modified Categorical Approach and CIMTs
The BIA is soliciting amicus briefs on three questions related to the modified categorical approach and crimes involving moral turpitude (CIMTs), including whether the Board’s decision in Matter of Silva-Trevino, 26 I&N Dec. 826 (BIA 2016), should be modified. Briefs are due by 7/12/17.
Cite as AILA Doc. No. 17061235.
Related Resources
- BIA Issues New Decision in Matter of Silva-Trevino
26 I&N Dec. 826 (BIA 2016) - AILA Brief in Matter of Silva-Trevino on Use of Modified Categorical Approach
- AG Holder Vacates AG Mukasey's 11/7/08 Opinion in Matter of Silva-Trevino
Matter of Silva-Trevino,
26 I&N Dec. 550 (A.G. 2015) - AG Establishes Framework to Determine whether Conviction is CIMT
Matter of Silva-Trevino,
24 I&N Dec. 687 (AG 2008)