Date: October 23, 2006 Creator: Garcia, Michael John
Description: Congress has the authority to determine classes of
aliens who may be admitted into the United States and the
grounds for which they may be removed. Pursuant to the
Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), as amended, certain
conduct may either disqualify an alien from entering the United
States ("inadmissibility") or provide grounds for his or her
removal/deportation. Prominently included among this conduct is
criminal activity. This report explores this issue in-depth,
especially the difference between the terms "illegal alien" and
"criminal alien" and relevant legislation. Contributing Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department