Pierre Riley v. Bondi: A Supreme Court Showdown Over Deportation, Torture, and Due Process
Decision could impact thousands of immigrants seeking protection under the Convention Against Torture
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court has agreed to hear Pierre Riley v. Merrick Garland (now Riley v. Bondi) on March 24, a case that could have significant implications for immigrants facing removal from the United States under the Convention Against Torture (CAT). The case centers on the interpretation of a key provision in immigration law, specifically whether a 30-day deadline for filing petitions is a jurisdictional requirement or a waivable procedural rule, and when that deadline begins in cases involving CAT relief.
