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Immigration Appeals (within the Federal Judicial System)

Immigration appeals in the federal judicial system involve legal processes where individuals contest decisions made by immigration authorities, such as deportation orders or visa denials. If someone is unhappy with an immigration court's ruling, they can appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). If the BIA rules against them, they may then appeal to a federal circuit court. These courts review the case for legal errors rather than reexamining evidence. Through this system, individuals seek to protect their immigration rights and remain in the country legally.