Juan Antonio Alvarenga, A206 233 826 (BIA March 15, 2016)

In this unpublished decision, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) rescinded an in absentia order of removal upon finding the respondent warranted a renewed opportunity to appear before an immigration judge. The respondent had argued that his failure to appear was the result of exceptional circumstances because he was incorrectly advised by a legal services organization that his motion to change venue would be granted and he did not need to appear for his hearing. The decision was issued by Member John Guendelsberger and was joined by Vice Chairman Charles Adkins-Blanch and Member Brian O’Leary. Looking for IRAC’s Index of Unpublished BIA Decisions? Visit www.irac.net/unpublished/index