Protection for Individuals Who Fear Torture
Protection under the Convention Against Torture, often called CAT protection, may be available to certain individuals who fear being tortured if removed to another country. CAT claims are serious, evidence-heavy, and often raised in immigration court along with asylum and withholding of removal.
At Kanu & Associates, P.C., we help clients prepare CAT claims with careful review of personal history, country conditions, government involvement, and risk of harm.
What Is CAT Protection?
CAT protection may help prevent removal to a country where a person is more likely than not to be tortured. These cases often require evidence that torture would occur with the involvement, consent, acquiescence, or willful blindness of public officials or others acting in an official capacity.
CAT protection is different from asylum. It does not require the same protected-ground connection, but it does require strong proof of likely torture.
Evidence in CAT Cases
CAT cases may involve sensitive and difficult evidence, including:
- Past torture or severe harm
- Threats from government officials, police, military, gangs, or other groups
- Medical or psychological records
- Human rights reports
- Country conditions evidence
- Expert opinions when available
- News articles
- Witness statements
- Evidence of government corruption, consent, or inability or unwillingness to intervene
How We Can Help
Kanu & Associates, P.C. can assist with:
- CAT eligibility review
- Immigration court representation
- Evidence preparation
- Personal declaration support
- Country conditions research
- Witness and testimony preparation
- Legal argument development
- Appeals and motions where appropriate
Speak With a CAT Protection Attorney Today
If you fear torture or severe harm if returned to your country, contact Kanu & Associates, P.C. today to schedule a consultation.