Jamaican drug dealer avoids deportation after pledging to only smoke cannabis
Briefly

The Independent highlights the vital role of journalism in covering critical issues such as reproductive rights and immigration. The article details the case of Shawn Rickford McLeod, a Jamaican drug dealer who avoided deportation after appealing based on his family life rights under the ECHR. Judge David Chaim Brannan ruled that deporting McLeod would be excessively harsh, considering his commitment to care for his three children. The Home Office has since challenged this decision, reflecting the ongoing tensions in immigration law and human rights.
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Judge David Chaim Brannan ruled that deportation would be unduly harsh and accepted McLeod genuinely wants to avoid reoffending, except for cannabis use.
The Home Office has challenged the decision on McLeod's case, indicating ongoing disputes regarding deportation practices and human rights.
Shawn Rickford McLeod appealed the deportation order on the grounds of family life rights under Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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