Refugee and Asylum Law

Refugee and asylum law helps protect people fleeing danger, persecution, or war in their home countries. A refugee is someone outside their country and unable or unwilling to return due to fear of serious harm. Asylum is a legal protection granted to individuals already within a country who seek safety for similar reasons. These laws establish criteria to determine who qualifies, aiming to ensure vulnerable people receive safety and protection, while balancing national security and international obligations. The process involves careful assessment of individual circumstances to decide if they merit refugee or asylum status.