Deportation
How to Fight a Deportation Order? Get An Attorney.
Facing deportation can be overwhelming and scary. If you or a loved one has received a deportation order in Texas, it’s important to act quickly. Many people think they have no choice but to leave the U.S., but that’s not always true. There are legal ways to fight deportation, and the best way to protect…
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Can A U.S. Citizen Be Deported?
Deportation is a serious concern for many people living in the United States, particularly immigrants and non-citizens who may worry about their ability to remain in the country. But what about U.S. citizens? Generally, U.S. citizens are protected by strong legal rights that shield them from deportation. However, there are rare situations where citizenship might…
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Can Naturalized Citizens Be Deported?
Naturalized citizens, who have undergone the process of becoming citizens after immigrating to the country, possess many of the rights and privileges that native-born individuals have. However, there are certain circumstances under which naturalized citizens may face deportation proceedings, leading to questions and concerns about the security of their citizenship status. Understanding Naturalized Citizens and…
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How to Find a Detained Loved One Online
Every year, a division of the Department of Homeland Security called ICE (that’s short for Immigration and Customs Enforcement) detains hundreds of thousands of people via a network of public and private facilities. But what if your loved one is detained – can you find them in the system? This guide explains. When Your Loved…
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Deportation News: Administrative Closure Restored
The US Attorney General has issued a decision restoring Administrative Closure as a tool for Immigration Judges to use in removal proceedings to effectively manage their dockets. With this decision, along with the recent memorandum restoring prosecutorial discretion to the ICE Office of the Chief Counsel, the deportation authorities again have the power to control…
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Big Changes for ICE – Prosecutorial Discretion Can Make a Difference for Many Immigrants
On May 27th, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly known as ICE, released a nationwide memorandum to guide the government’s immigration attorneys on removal policies and priorities. It is one of the most progressive movements made to date under the Biden Administration to work with the immigrant community. This memo now provides a framework for the…
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BREAKING NEWS FOR REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS: Niz-Chavez v. Garland and Notices to Appear
On April 29th, 2021, the US Supreme Court issued a highly significant decision to people in removal proceedings. In this article, we will break down the decision and explain the implications for people facing deportation. As a preliminary matter, many people facing removal proceedings from the United States have the option to pursue relief from…
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How To Stop Deportation or Removal from the U.S.
6 Ways To Build A Strong Deportation Defense Case The threat of deportation or removal from the United States is growing. Stricter enforcement by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to seek out undocumented residents and expanded authority in states like Texas have caused many to be concerned about their future. The uncertain future of DACA,…
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Removal Proceedings Overview & Why You Should Hire a Deportation Lawyer
Quick Table of Contents What is Deportation and Removal Proceedings? Exclusion vs Deportation vs Removal Understanding Inadmissibility Who are Candidates for Removal or Deportation? Which Agencies Are Involved in Immigration and Removal? How Does the Immigration Removal Process Work? What is Deportation and Removal Proceedings? Deportation and removal proceedings can be harsh for families to…
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ICE Deportation in Dallas: What You Need to Know
It’s pretty well-known that Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s arrested over 42,000 people in Texas last year– and that ICE deportation is on the rise all over the country. But what is deportation, and are there ways you can avoid it? ICE Deportation: What You Need To Know Deportation – now called removal – is defined…
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U.S. Immigration Policy & President Trump Part 2: Enhanced Immigration Enforcement
Since 2017, the Trump administration has taken steps to bolster immigration enforcement throughout the United States. In the first fiscal year of Trump’s term in office, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (USCIS) deported 61,094 immigrants from the U.S. This was a 37% increase from 2016. During this same period of time, ICE arrested 110,568 people,…
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