This short article describes some of the special challenges of seeking compassionate release for non-U.S. citizen prisoners. Interfacing with the international prisoner transfer program and the Bureau of Customs and Immigration Enforcement are addressed; the value of medical affidavits is also discussed.

Keywords:
Medical evidence, Foreign nationals, Non-U.S. citizen prisoners, Government opposition to, Treaty transfers
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