IFS Deportation & Removal Defense 2

Question 1

Which form is used to apply for cancellation of removal for a lawful permanent resident?

Accepted Answer

EOIR-42A

Answer

EOIR-42A is the Application for Cancellation of Removal for Certain Permanent Residents filed before the immigration court.

Question 2

Under INA § 240A(a), how many years of continuous residence must an LPR demonstrate to be eligible for cancellation of removal?

Accepted Answer

7 years

Answer

An LPR must have resided continuously in the U.S. for at least 7 years after being admitted in any status to qualify for cancellation of removal.

Question 3

What is the 'stop-time rule' in cancellation of removal proceedings?

Accepted Answer

A rule that stops accrual of continuous presence when a Notice to Appear is served

Answer

The stop-time rule ends the accrual of continuous presence or residence for cancellation purposes when the government serves the Notice to Appear (NTA).

Question 4

Which of the following crimes is categorically an 'aggravated felony' that bars cancellation of removal?

Accepted Answer

Drug trafficking offense

Answer

Drug trafficking crimes are enumerated aggravated felonies under INA § 101(a)(43) and permanently bar cancellation of removal.

Question 5

What is 'voluntary departure' in removal proceedings?

Accepted Answer

Permission to leave the U.S. at one's own expense to avoid a formal removal order

Answer

Voluntary departure allows a noncitizen to leave the U.S. voluntarily at their own expense, avoiding the bars associated with a formal removal order.

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IFS Deportation & Removal Defense 2