In Padilla v. ICE, a district court judge issued a decision that requires immigration courts to continue to provide bond hearings to individuals fleeing persecution who enter the United States without inspection, are placed in expedited removal proceedings, and pass their credible fear interviews. The decision is set to take effect on July 16, 2019.
Federal Court Requires Immigration Courts to Continue to Provide Bond Hearings Despite Matter of M‑S‑
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