S860 Introduction to adverse actions

Question 1

Is the verbatim transcript of the alien’s inspection regarding his or her purpose and intention for travel to the United States and any subsequent finding of inadmissibility.

Answer 1

Sworn statement

Question 2

A sworn statement must include any facts concerning:

Answer 2

• Identification of the alien.
• Presentation of evidence.
• Examination of the testimony of the alien.
• Explanation to the alien of the charges.
• Any rebuttal by the alien.

Question 3

Sworn statement must be written in ______. Must be recorded in ______. And should be in _______ ______ with respect to the incidents and details surrounding the act under investigation.

Answer 3

English, verbatim, chronological order

Question 4

There are many elements to successful inspections, interrogations and sworn statements, notably:

Answer 4

• Preparation
• Professionalism
• Maintaining control

Question 5

What are the 3 areas of inquiry that must be addressed in every sworn statement?

Answer 5

• Identity
• Alienage
• Inadmissibility

Question 6

After the sworn statement is taken, the alien must:

Answer 6

• Read or have read to him or her - in a language that he or she can understand - the entire statement.
• Initial each page and each correction.
• Sign the statement.
• Be given a copy.

Question 7

What are all the tasks for adverse actions cases?

Answer 7

• Verify identity, citizenship, and nationality.
• Perform system queries.
• Determine inadmissibility or deportability charges.
  Administer oath and take a sworn statement.
  Take fingerprints and enroll in IDENT.
• Prepare required casework.
• Assemble an A-File.
• Complete after-action reporting.

Question 8

What is an A-File?

Answer 8

Is the physical collection of:
- All applications for relief/benefits
- Immigrant visa application information
- Naturalization documents
- Status changes
- Any adverse action case information

Question 9

An A-File may be used as evidence in ______ and/or _______ cases.

Answer 9

Criminal, administrative

Question 10

What is stored in an A-File?

Answer 10

• Documentary evidence related to adverse action cases.
• Copies of relevant immigration forms and documents.

Question 11

A-Files are maintained for persons:

Answer 11

• With immigrant status.
• Applying for immigration benefits.
• Who violate immigration laws.
• Who have derived or acquired citizenship.
• Who have relinquished their U.S. citizenship.
• Who are asylees or refugees.
  (Most nonimmigrants do not get A-Files)