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Immigrants and Problem-Solving Courts

New York University School of Law, alina.das{at}nyu.edu

Problem-solving courts are increasingly imposing requirements that adversely affect immigrant defendants seeking to participate in alternative sentencing and diversion programs. Upfront guilty pleas, admissions of guilt, and jail sanctions may leave immigrants at risk of deportation and other negative immigration consequences—even if they successfully complete court-ordered programming and the court ultimately dismisses the charges against them. These consequences in turn affect defendants' families and communities and complicate the work of key players in the criminal justice system. This article explains why immigrant defendants are at risk and how problem-solving courts may adopt programs and policies that address these concerns for immigrant communities.

Key Words: immigrants • problem-solving courts • alternatives to incarceration • criminal record • deportation

Criminal Justice Review, Vol. 33, No. 3, 308-328 (2008)
DOI: 10.1177/0734016808321523


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