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Verified Legal Sources + Evidence Packet

Fast reference to statutes, regulations, and precedent used in the expanded memo, plus the supporting-document checklist for counsel hand-off.

Timestamp

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Updated

Primary-source bias with explicit uncertainty notes.

Core Authorities (By Function)

Function Key Authorities Anchor Links
Detention statute routing 8 U.S.C. §§ 1225, 1226, 1231; 8 C.F.R. § 1003.19 §1225, §1226, §1231
Habeas + REAL ID channeling 28 U.S.C. § 2241; 8 U.S.C. § 1252; Rumsfeld v. Padilla §2241, §1252
Prolonged detention doctrine Jennings; Reid; Hernandez-Lara; Velasco Lopez (non-binding) Reid, Hernandez-Lara
Post-order detention Zadvydas; Clark; Arteaga-Martinez; Aleman Gonzalez Arteaga-Martinez, Aleman Gonzalez
Stay of removal mechanics Nken; FRAP 18; First Circuit Local Rule 18.0; 8 C.F.R. § 1241.6 First Circuit Rulebook, 8 C.F.R. 1241.6
Agency motions and deadlines 8 U.S.C. § 1229a(c)(6),(7); 8 C.F.R. §§ 1003.2, 1003.23, 1003.38; Stone §1229a, Stone

Counsel Evidence Packet Checklist

  • Identity and immigration file: passport, I-94, USCIS notices.
  • EOIR/removal papers: NTA, hearing notices, IJ/BIA orders.
  • Detention set: ICE custody decisions, transfer logs, detainer records.
  • Criminal set: charging documents, docket, hearing and disposition records.

Additional Support Material

  • Family and caregiving records, school enrollment, residence proof.
  • Supporter declarations and financial support evidence.
  • Medical records and treatment continuity documentation.
  • Compliance history and appearance records.