If you are facing deportation proceedings, it is important to understand your rights and options. Deportation can have a devastating impact on your life, separating you from your family and community. However, there are legal strategies that can help you stay in the United States.
What to Do When You’re Facing Deportation
Deportation is the legal process of removing a non-citizen from the United States. It can be initiated by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for a variety of reasons, such as:
- Criminal convictions: Even minor offenses can trigger deportation proceedings.
- Immigration violations: Overstaying a visa or working without authorization can lead to deportation.
- National security concerns: Individuals who are deemed to be a threat to national security may be deported.
What to Do if You Are Facing Deportation
If you have been served with a Notice to Appear (NTA), it is crucial to seek legal counsel immediately. An experienced immigration attorney can help you understand your rights and options, and develop a strategy to fight your case.
Here are some of the things an immigration attorney can do for you:
- Review your case: An attorney will carefully review your case and identify any potential defenses.
- Gather evidence: An attorney can help you gather evidence to support your case, such as:
- Family ties: This can include marriage certificates, birth certificates, and other documents that show you have strong ties to the United States.
- Employment history: This can show that you are a productive member of society and that your deportation would have a negative impact on the economy.
- Humanitarian concerns: This can include medical conditions, persecution in your home country, or other factors that would make it difficult for you to return to your home country.
- Represent you in court: An attorney can represent you in immigration court and argue your case before an immigration judge.
- File appeals: If your case is denied, an attorney can file an appeal with the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
What Are Your Options?
There are a number of options available to individuals facing deportation, including:
- Cancellation of removal: This is a discretionary relief that allows certain non-citizens to remain in the United States.
- Adjustment of status: This allows certain non-citizens to change their immigration status to that of a lawful permanent resident (LPR).
- Asylum: This is a form of protection for individuals who have been persecuted or fear persecution in their home country.
- Withholding of removal: This is a form of protection for individuals who face persecution or torture in their home country.
Conclusion
Facing deportation can be a frightening experience. However, it is important to remember that you are not alone. An experienced immigration attorney can help you understand your rights and options, and develop a strategy to fight your case.
Call to Action
If you are facing deportation, contact The Law Office of Jaime A. Aird today. Their team of experienced immigration attorneys can help protect your rights and stay in the United States. Call (954) 866-7719 to schedule a consultation.