Salazar v. Holder
Opinion of the Court
MEMORANDUM
Irma Rosario Noriega Salazar (“Noriega”), a native and citizen of Bolivia, petitions for review of the Board of Immigration Appeals’ (“BIA”) order denying her
The BIA did not abuse its discretion by denying Noriega’s February 1, 2008, motion to reopen on the ground that she did not establish her former counsel failed to present available evidence that may have affected the outcome of her case.' See id. at 793-94 (petitioner must show prejudice to prevail on an ineffective assistance claim). Contrary to Noriega’s contention, a presumption of prejudice does not apply. Cf. Singh v. Ashcroft, 367 F.3d 1182, 1189 (9th Cir. 2004) (applying presumption of prejudice where counsel failed to file any brief on appeal).
Noriega’s contention that the BIA applied an incorrect standard in ruling on her motion to reopen is unsupported by the record.
In light of our disposition, we do not address Noriega’s remaining arguments contentions.
PETITION FOR REVIEW DENIED.
This disposition is not appropriate for publication and is not precedent except as provided by 9th Cir. R. 36-3.
Reference
- Full Case Name
- Irma Rosario Noriega SALAZAR v. Eric H. HOLDER, Jr., Attorney General
- Status
- Published