A deaf Mongolian man named Avirmed was released from immigration custody after being detained for months without access to a Mongolian Sign Language interpreter. Judge Dana Sabraw ordered that he should have proper interpretation, highlighting violations of civil rights by holding proceedings without this access. Immigration agents misinterpreted communication attempts through Google Translate, incorrectly identifying a family member. Avirmed's attorneys argued that federal laws protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination during immigration court, a stance supported by the judge.
Holding immigration court proceedings without providing an interpreter violates civil rights. Federal disability laws prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities during such proceedings.
Avirmed's case exemplifies the challenges individuals face when proper language access is denied, emphasizing the need for fair treatment within the immigration system.
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