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§ 19.82 (E)

 
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(E)  Other Grounds.  Note that “engaging in prostitution” is a conduct-based ground of inadmissibility[863] and a bar to Good Moral Character regardless of whether there is a conviction.[864]  A conviction under INA § 278 (importing or employing noncitizens as prostitutes) is an independent basis for deportation.[865]

 


[863] INA § 212(a)(2)(D), 8 U.S.C. § 1182(a)(2)(D) (ground of inadmissibility).  See § 18.24, supra.

[864] INA § 101(f)(3), 8 U.S.C. § 1101(f)(3) (bar to showing Good Moral Character).  See § 15.6, supra.

[865] INA § 237(a)(2)(D)(iv), 8 U.S.C. § 1227(a)(2)(D)(iv).  See § 17.22, supra.

 

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