The INA's Distorted Definition of "Conviction"
In a Nutshell
Criminal convictions often carry immigration consequences, including mandatory detention and deportation. A conviction is when a criminal court or jury decides that a person is guilty of a crime or a person pleads guilty to having committed a crime. This community explainer discusses the INA's distorted definition of "conviction."
Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).
Updated on January 20, 2025
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