Immigration and Naturalization Service v. Manzano

Opinion summary

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The case involved the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) seeking to deport Manzano, a non-citizen who had entered the United States illegally. The central issue was whether Manzano could be granted relief from deportation under Section 244(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which allows for suspension of deportation if certain conditions are met. These conditions include continuous physical presence in the U.S. for at least seven years, good moral character during that period, and proof that deportation would result in extreme hardship to themselves or their immediate family members who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The Supreme Court's decision focused on interpreting these statutory requirements and determining whether Manzano met them sufficiently to warrant suspension of his deportation order.