The "Flores Settlement" and Alien Families Apprehended at the U.S. Border: Frequently Asked Questions
Description:
This report answers frequently asked legal questions pertaining to the Flores Settlement and the settlement's impact on the detention of alien families apprehended at or near the U.S. border. In particular, the report addresses (1) background of the litigation, (2) how the Settlement restricts DHS's power to keep families in detention, (3) the relationship between the Ms. L. litigation and the Settlement, (4) the executive branch's policy options under the Settlement, and (5) the extent to whic…
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Date:
August 28, 2018
Creator:
Peck, Sarah Herman & Harrington, Ben
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department