Removal Proceedings
/rɪˈmuːvəl prəˈsiːdɪŋz/
Definitions
- (n.) Formal judicial process used to determine whether a noncitizen should be removed from the United States.
The immigrant faced removal proceedings after being detained at the border.
Forms
- removal proceeding
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Commentary
Typically used in the context of U.S. immigration law, removal proceedings initiate formal assessment of removability and allow for defense presentations.
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