Deportation Defense Attorney for Deportation and Asylum
Are you worried about deportation?
If so, do not hesitate to contact the legal experts at N400 Harbor Immigration Law.
We can ensure that you understand your rights and legal options. A deportation defense attorney may increase your chances of getting to stay in the US.
You can also take a moment to learn more about the deportation process, how to seek asylum, and other deportation defense options.
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Do I need a Deportation Defense Attorney?
Highly Advisable. A deportation defense attorney specializes in helping immigrants dealing with pending deportation cases. At N400 Harbor Immigration Law, we have years of experience helping immigrants with each stage of the deportation removal process.
Deportation occurs when the US government requires a noncitizen to leave US territory. The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency is responsible for deporting immigrants. These deportations often occur due to violations of immigration law, such as entering the country illegally.
How Does the Deportation Process Work?
The deportation process typically starts when ICE determines that a noncitizen is residing in the US illegally. They may arrest or detain the immigrant at the nearest ICE facility until the proceeding can start.
Those who enter the US without travel documents may be deported without a court hearing. However, those who have resided in the US are more likely to sit in front of a judge.
Who Qualifies for Deportation?
Here are some of the most common reasons why someone may be detained for deportation:
- Staying in the US illegally
- Violating the terms of your immigration status
- Committing marriage fraud to obtain citizenship
- Overstaying your immigrant visa
- Involvement in a crime
People are often detained for deportation after traveling across the US border illegally and getting caught. Individuals may also report immigration violations, which can result in illegal immigrants being detained and deported.
In most situations, detained immigrants enter the removal proceedings. They may stay at a deportation facility while awaiting trial in front of a judge. However, it is also possible for an immigrant to receive a notice to appear at immigration court.
With an expedited removal process, the immigrant is processed and removed from the country as quickly as possible.
What is Asylum?
The US government grants asylum to qualifying individuals facing persecution or fear of persecution in their home countries. This may include persecution due to any of the following factors:
- Religion
- Race/ethnicity
- Nationality
- Political views
- Membership in a specific social group
Applying for asylum requires you to submit Form I-589 (Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal). The application must be submitted within one year of your arrival in the United States.
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When to Seek Help from a Deportation Defense Attorney
You should seek help from a qualified deportation defense attorney as soon as you or a family member is detained or arrested. You may also want to seek legal help if you are at risk of deportation, such as those currently residing in the US without legal documents.
The following immigrants and situations may result in the reversal of a deportation decision:
- Legal immigrants with US family members
- Asylum seekers
- Those protected under the Convention Against Torture (CAT)
- Non-LPR cancellation of removal
- Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) immigrants
- Cancellation under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
A lawyer can help you review your options and rights when facing deportation. For example, you may qualify to leave the US voluntarily. A voluntary departure may eliminate the need to wait a decade before returning to the US.
Some immigrants may also qualify for an adjustment of status, allowing them to obtain a green card and work toward the path to becoming lawful permanent residents. You can review the green card eligibility categories to determine if you are eligible to apply for permanent resident status.
You also have the right to appeal a deportation decision. However, the appeal must be filed with the US Board of Immigration Appeals (BIS). You also need to submit the appeal within 30 days of the deportation decision.
How to Apply for a Green Card When Facing Deportation
Obtaining a green card typically requires a petition on your behalf from a US family member or an employer. Asylum seekers, refugees, victims of abuse, and special immigrants may also qualify for green cards.
Here are some of the requirements for those seeking a green card during the deportation process:
- You need to have resided in the US for 10 years or longer
- Your removal would create unusual hardship for you and your relatives
- You can reasonably demonstrate your good moral character
- You have not committed any crimes during your time in the US
Halting your removal from the country is called the Non-LPR Cancellation of Removal Process. This process applies to non-lawful permanent residents (non-LPRs). At N400 Harbor Immigration Law, we can help determine whether you qualify for the non-LPR cancellation of the removal process.
Why Contact Us for Your Deportation Defense?
N400 Harbor Immigration Law specializes in immigration matters, including deportations.
- Appeal a deportation order
- File a complaint for civil rights violations
- Apply for an adjustment of status (green card)
- Review your legal status and options
- Obtain assistance applying for asylum or refugee status
- Locate a person held for deportation
We are available to help with your situation, whether you need to appeal a deportation order or simply review your immigration status. We can also assist with locating someone who is currently detained for deportation.
Receiving legal help can increase your chances of a favorable outcome. However, it is important to act quickly.
Waiting too long to determine your eligibility to stay in the US may limit your options. Get hold of us at N400 Harbor Immigration Law today to review your immigration status and explore legal solutions.