I am by no means an expert, but I would say that based on my experience in the criminal justice system, when you have people appealing, and consuming capacity in the system, perhaps it means that law-abiding people legitimately seeking refugee status or access to immigration to this country may have their applications delayed. The other effect that can occur is on the one hand you may be dealing with a serious criminal and then the next file comes along and it's a person who is legitimately seeking the opportunity to come to this country. It sets a bit of a tone that could perhaps negatively influence a legitimate claim.
On October 31st, 2012. See this statement in context.