Order to Show Cause

Notice to Appear - A charging document in the context of immigration is a formal document issued by the country's agency (e.g., U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)) that initiates removal proceedings against a noncitizen. It outlines the specific grounds for removal, such as violations of immigration laws or criminal convictions, and serves as the basis for the government's case in immigration court.

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Notice to Appear
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Order to Show Cause
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Charging Document, I-862, NTA, OSC
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A charging document in the context of immigration is a formal document issued by the country's agency (e.g., U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)) that initiates removal proceedings against a noncitizen. It outlines the specific grounds for removal, such as violations of immigration laws or criminal convictions, and serves as the basis for the government's case in immigration court.
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