Criminal Alien Gang Member Removal Act: New Immigration Rules
This act introduces new rules for foreign nationals associated with criminal gangs. It defines who is considered a gang member, which can lead to denial of entry to the U.S. or deportation. Citizens should be aware that these provisions aim to enhance public safety by removing individuals linked to organized crime.
Key points
A new definition of "criminal gang" includes groups of five or more persons whose primary purpose is to commit specific offenses, or groups designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security.
Foreign nationals who are or have been members of criminal gangs, or have participated in their activities, may be deemed inadmissible to the U.S. or subject to deportation.
The act mandates detention for foreign nationals associated with criminal gangs and restricts their eligibility for asylum, temporary protected status, or special immigrant juvenile visas.
The Secretary of Homeland Security can officially designate groups as criminal gangs, and these designations are subject to judicial review, albeit with some limitations on access to classified information.
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