The Disconnect between Family Law and Immigration Law in the USA that Results in Undocumented Immigrants Losing Parental Rights

Authors

Mercedes Aznar, CUNY New York City College of TechnologyFollow
Sara Schechter, CUNY New York City College of Technology

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

12-4-2019

Abstract

Due to increasing violence in Latin American countries, the flow of immigrants seeking asylum in the United States has risen. In our research we look into possible legal consequences of the practice of separating immigrant families. Through the analysis of scholarly articles and legal documents we found that oftentimes, undocumented immigrants lose parental rights while being detained by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), due to lack of coordination between Family Law and Immigration Law. Findings in this study reinforce the urgency to find solutions to this problem.

Comments

This poster was presented at the 31st Semi-Annual Honors and Undergraduate Research Scholars Poster Presentation at New York City College of Technology, Dec. 4, 2019. Mentor: Professor Sara Schechter (Law and Paralegal Studies).