How DHS Immigration Enforcement Guidance Affects Immigration
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provides written guidance for enforcing immigration laws through various agencies such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). These agencies are responsible for implementing and enforcing U.S. immigration laws, including the apprehension and removal of unauthorized immigrants and the...Read More
Differences in Legal Residency and Citizenship
Many pathways exist for immigrants to reside legally in the United States, including becoming citizens. However, citizenship and legal residency are sometimes different. Understanding the best status for you as you pursue legal residency, and perhaps eventually citizenship, is key to filling out the correct applications, ensuring you don’t leave the country at a time it could jeopardize your...Read More
Supreme Court Bars Class-Wide Immigration Challenges
The Supreme court ruled in June that individuals not in class-action suits must now bring challenges to immigration policy. In the 6-3 holding, the Supreme Court concluded that under a 1996 statute, lower federal courts couldn’t grant injunctive relief to entire classes of immigrants, which would bar immigration officials from carrying out specific policies. Essentially, the Supreme...Read More
What Effect Will a DUI Have On My Immigration Process?
If you’re currently pursuing a change in immigration status and have been charged with a DUI, your immigration process just became more complicated. For anyone charged with a DUI, the consequences can be life-altering, from thousands of dollars in fines to serving years in prison. But when you’re an immigrant looking for legal entry to the country or a change in status, the consequences can...Read More
3 Common Mistakes Made While Applying for Citizenship
When crafting your application for United States citizenship, it’s best to get it right the first time. You’ll want to avoid these three common mistakes while applying for citizenship to ensure you can be on the path to your own American Dream right away. What Are Some Common Mistakes When Applying For United States Citizenship? 1. Apply At The Right Time If you have not had your green card...Read More