Substantive Law: Asylum, Withholding of Removal & Protection Under the UN Convention Against Torture

In this lecture, EOIR provides a basic overview of the legal framework underlying Asylum, Withholding, and Convention Against Torture claims. This short lecture is not a comprehensive review of these complex legal topics. We encourage you to learn more by conducting your own research and consulting the relevant legal authorities, including statutes, regulations, and case law.
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