LANCASTER IMMIGRATION LAW BLOG
You might get relief from deportation by showing hardship
To avoid deportation, you might need to show extreme hardship. Most removals will cause difficulties, but you will need to show it will create issues that are more serious than normal. This can mean situations where deportation will cause problems for your loved ones....
What charges qualify as crimes involving moral turpitude?
Much of the immigration process is relatively clear and straightforward. You need to have grounds to request a visa, whether you want to visit the United States as a student, a tourist or a worker. Additionally, you need to pass a thorough background check. The...
How can I obtain visas for my spouse and children?
Leaving your family and loved ones behind to immigrate to the United States is a life-changing decision. Luckily, you may be able to petition for your immediate relatives to receive visas or green cards. The speed of this process is dependent on your immigration...
Travel ban, visa issues disrupt major neuroscience conference
The United States has long enjoyed a reputation as a place where scientists and researchers can come together to share their work. We’ve long been in the business of facilitating technical and scientific achievement, from inviting international university students to...
How do I become a U.S. citizen if I have a green card?
There are a lot of benefits and opportunities that come with being a U.S. citizen. U.S. citizens have the right to vote, obtain a U.S. passport and even the potential to bring family members to the U.S. as well. However, there are a few requirements that you must meet...
When can a DUI lead to deportation?
Immigrants wanting to become permanent U.S. residents already have a lot to endure. But the obstacles can become much more challenging if they are charged with driving under the influence. First-time offenses don’t always lead to deportation. However, some DUI cases...
Can I get deported even if I have a green card?
Yes, unfortunately. For many, the removal process and the threat of deportation is a constant nightmare. When they receive their legal permanent resident card (green card) these individuals breathe a sigh of relief. Unfortunately, having a green card doesn’t prevent...
Trump has a bad day in court
Three federal judges all ruled against proposed immigration laws written by the White House on September 27. Seemingly trying every trick in the book, Donald Trump and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) keep trying to find ways to make migrants feel unwelcome....
Can using public benefits hurt an immigration status petition?
Starting on October 15, the use of public welfare benefits will negatively affect your eligibility for immigration and immigration status changes. This is due to the new criteria for “Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds,” which limits the capacity for individuals...
Can a permanent resident be deported for drug crimes?
For many years, U.S. immigration services usually did not deport green card holders for old, minor drug offenses. That has changed under the current administration. News headlines have talked about the crackdown on immigrants across the country, including legal...
