Immigration Enforcement
/ɪˌmɪɡˈreɪʃən ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal and administrative measures to monitor, control, and enforce laws governing the entry, stay, and removal of non-citizens within a country.
Immigration enforcement involves detaining individuals who violate visa conditions.
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Commentary
Often involves coordination between multiple government agencies; clarity in defining enforcement powers is critical in legal drafting.
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