Evidence of marriage fraud is sufficient for conviction if it demonstrates alien married to obtain “green card”
IMMIGRATION United States v. Islam, No. 04-3320, ___ F.3d ___ (10th Cir. Aug. 9, 2005)(Kansas). Appeal of conviction for entering into marriage for purpose of evading provisions of immigration laws in violation of 8 U.S.C. § 1325(c). HELD: Jury may infer defendant married for purpose of evading immigration laws in violation of 8 U.S.C. § 1325(c) if evidence demonstrates defendant-alien married to obtain “green card” (i.e., permanent residency status). Read the opinion here. |
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