Asylum Request Flashcards
1
Q
Asylum:
A
Legal status granted to people who have been persecuted or fear they will be persecuted on account of race, religion, nationality and or membership in a particular social group or political opinion.
2
Q
“Request of asylum” should be referred as:
A
A request for protection from persecution or torture.
3
Q
Asylum process:
A
-Have to receive request from refuge.
-Notify BO, who notifies TACON.
-USCG coordinates with USCIS.
-CO/OIC authorizes the ability to provide temporary refugee:
(Physical protection and reasonable care)
