This one-page infographic summarizes the various California post-conviction relief vehicles, their requirements, and their immigration benefits.

For more than two years, advocates have decried Texas SB 4, a law that would bring all Texans and those suspected of being undocumented under the permanent threat of immediate detention and deportation by the state, should they be suspected of illegal entry or reentry into Texas. By Governor Abbott’s admission, Texas SB 4 represents an unheard-of state usurpation of federal law, violating constitutional principles and norms that govern how states interact with the federal government.

On Friday, May 26, 2026, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office released a notice for clients of former immigration attorney Alexandra Lozano. USCIS urges applicants represented by former attorney Alexandra Lozano, who marketed herself as “la milagrosa” (miracle worker), to update their mailing address and informs them that they can withdraw their application or petition by submitting a written request. USCIS, however, fails to explain the consequences of withdrawing an application or petition. In this community alert, we will address some frequently asked questions.

This advisory is part II of a two-part advisory on the federal immigration consequences of California Proposition 36 enacted in December 2024. Part I on Prop 36 and controlled substance offenses is found here.

This advisory seeks to clarify which provisions of the new BIA Procedural rules are currently in effect, and which are not.

On June 24, 2026, the ILRC submitted a comment opposing proposed changes to the USCIS change of address Form AR-11.