Author Archives: Mike Baker

Executive Actions on Immigration

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Mike Baker

Microsoft Word – 2014-11-19-auth-prioritize-removal The Department of Homeland Security’s Authority to Prioritize Removal of Certain Aliens Unlawfully Present in the United States and to Defer Removal of Others The Department of Homeland Security’s proposed policy to prioritize the removal of … Continue reading →

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Prosecutorial Discretion in Immigration Enforcement

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Mike Baker

Untitled Document Prosecutorial Discretion in Immigration Enforcement: Legal Issues Kate M. Manuel Legislative Attorney Todd Garvey Legislative Attorney December 27, 2013 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R42924 Tool Kit for ICE Prosecutors (PDF) Summary The term prosecutorial discretion is commonly … Continue reading →

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I-864P, Poverty Guidelines

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Mike Baker

This form is used to determine the minimum income requirement needed to complete Form I-864, Affidavit of Support under Section 213A of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This form does not need to be filed. It is used only for … Continue reading →

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Visa Bulletin For December 2014

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Mike Baker

Visa Bulletin For December 2014 Number 75 Volume IX Washington, D.C View as Printer Friendly PDF A. STATUTORY NUMBERS 1.  This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during December. Consular officers are required to report to the Department of State documentarily … Continue reading →

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Unlawful Presence Bars

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Mike Baker

Dealing with the Unlawful Presence Bars 1. Dealing with the Unlawful Presence Bars, by Paul Virtue, Michael Davis, and Kelli Stump. Download PDF 2. Practice Advisory: Unlawful Presence and INA §§ 212(a)(9)(B)(i) and 212(a)(9)(C)(i)(I): A summary of the May 6, … Continue reading →

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