Tagged #administrative-closure
Every article we've published on this topic, sorted by the agency's own announcement date.
Federal Court Vacates Biden-Era Rule Expanding Administrative Closure in Immigration Court
A Texas federal judge has permanently blocked a Biden-era DOJ rule that allowed immigration judges to indefinitely pause deportation proceedings. The ruling vacates the administrative closure expansion and prevents similar practices going forward.
Federal Judge Blocks Biden Administrative Closure Rule
A Texas federal court has blocked a 2024 EOIR rule allowing immigration judges to close deportation cases, affecting practitioner strategy for case management and continuance planning.
Federal Court Blocks DOJ Rule on Administrative Closure in Removal Cases
A Texas federal judge has blocked a Biden-era regulation that codified immigration judges' authority to administratively close removal proceedings, finding it exceeds statutory authority. Practitioners should understand the ruling's effect on EOIR procedures.
BIA Requires In Absentia Removal Orders in Failure-to-Appear Cases
Board of Immigration Appeals clarifies that immigration judges must enter removal orders when respondents fail to appear, limiting scope of dismissal and closure discretion.