DACA, which stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, is a U.S. immigration policy established in 2012 that allows certain undocumented immigrants who were brought to the United States as children to receive a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation. This means that eligible individuals are not considered a priority for immigration enforcement. DACA recipients, often referred to as “Dreamers,” can also apply for work permits if they meet specific criteria, including having no criminal convictions, being enrolled in school, or having graduated from high school. The program aims to provide temporary relief to young people who grew up in the U.S. and identifies as part of American society, although it does not provide a path to permanent residency or citizenship.
Significant Legal Precedent Set for DACA In a landmark decision, a federal US appeals court has declared that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy is in violation of…