I. The BIA’s holding in Matter of M-R-M-S- represents a
significant change in the nexus standard in family-
based asylum cases. …………………………………………………….. 5
II. Requiring IJs to determine a persecutor’s subjective,
dominant intent sets judges on a wild goose chase that
will damage uniformity and efficiency. …………………………. 10
III. Matter of M-R-M-S- reduces fairness by requiring a
different standard for family-group applicants and
misunderstands the nature of asylum claims. ………………….16
You can read our full brief here:
2024.04.29 – OCV Amicus Brief FINAL
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There’s lots of “good stuff” in our brief for those NDPA warriors fighting against M-R-M-S- in the Circuits! ⚖️
Many, many thanks to our “pro bono drafting heroes” at Perkins Coie LLC in Seattle, WA: Erik Kundu & Rebecca Human!🙏🏽😎🗽
Couldn’t have done it without you!
🇺🇸 Due Process Forever!
PWS
05-04-24