Jul 16 2026
5th Cir. 25-50947 Per Curiam

United States v. Gaytan-Portales

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed a conviction for illegal reentry into the United States. The court held that arguments challenging the recidivism enhancement under the relevant statute are foreclosed by existing Supreme Court precedent.

Jul 9 2026
4th Cir. 25-4176 Panel Decision

United States v. Valencia Gil

The Fourth Circuit affirmed the denial of a motion to dismiss an illegal reentry indictment because the defendant failed to exhaust administrative remedies. The court held that a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel regarding an immigration appeal must be presented to the Board of Immigration Appeals before it can be raised in federal court.

Jul 9 2026
5th Cir. 25-50691 Per Curiam

United States v. Quevedo-Escobar

The Fifth Circuit affirmed a thirty-six-month sentence for illegal reentry after the appellant conceded his constitutional challenge was foreclosed by Supreme Court precedent. The court granted the government's motion for summary affirmance, rejecting the argument that the sentencing enhancement is unconstitutional.

Jul 8 2026
10th Cir. 26-3105 Panel Decision

United States v. Guzman-Olea

The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit affirmed a district court order detaining a defendant pending trial. The court held that the government met its burden of proving the defendant was a serious flight risk and that no conditions of release could reasonably assure his appearance.