Determining how to apply for a reentry permit can cause confusion even among those who know immigration law well. Lawful permanent residents (LPRs) should request a reentry permit from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) if they expect to be outside the U.S. for one year or longer. If you need help applying for […]
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Immigrating to the U.S. seems to involve endless deadlines. Even your green card—your permanent resident status—has to be renewed. But what happens if you do not renew your green card before it expires? Do you still have work authorization and the right to remain in the U.S., or can you be deported because of an
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Until they obtain citizenship, noncitizens living in the U.S. are at risk of being deported by the U.S. government. Common deportation reasons include being undocumented or violating the terms of a visa. But what is the most common reason for deportation? Criminal convictions—particularly for aggravated felonies and crimes of moral turpitude—have historically been a steady
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Being placed in deportation proceedings inspires deep fear for many immigrants, leaving them unsure of what to do. Legally called “removal,” the deportation process begins with the government deciding you are deportable. It notifies you of the reasons it thinks you are deportable and provides you a chance to defend against deportation. You do not
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The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was created to assist individuals brought to the U.S. as children without legal status. Unfortunately, several court cases have stripped the DACA program back, leaving many unsure how and when to renew their DACA status. Correctly timing your DACA renewal is vital to ensure your work authorization
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A denied immigration appeal can be incredibly discouraging for noncitizens seeking immigration benefits. The consequences of denial depend on the unique facts involved. But if you’ve been denied, you may: If you need help with a denied immigration appeal case, the Law Office of Rosina C. Stambaugh is here to help. A denied case represents
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The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a crucial resource authorizing abused noncitizens who would qualify for family-based visas to petition for themselves. Meeting the VAWA requirements means proving you qualify for a green card and that the relative who could sponsor you has subjected you to battery or extreme cruelty. Proving you meet the
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Noncitizens can be granted life-changing benefits from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or an immigration judge (IJ). Or, they might be denied those benefits. Like everyone, immigration court judges and USCIS officers make mistakes. If that occurs, you can typically appeal to a higher office within 30 days. The immigration appeal process
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Unfortunately, stories abound about people disappearing, only for their loved ones to discover that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has detained them. If you are wondering how to find out if someone is detained by immigration, you can begin by consulting ICE’s detainee locator tool or by contacting an ICE field office. The Law Office
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