Understanding the Risks of Deportation
Being flagged for removal from the United States is no doubt an unsettling situation. Whether they realize it or not, both documented and undocumented immigrants can be at risk for deportation. Understanding the reasons why you could face deportation is critical to protecting yourself. Here’s what you need to know:
Reasons for Deportation
Immigration violations can place you in removal. Committing the following immigration violations could subject you to deportation:
- Conviction of a crime of moral turpitude (i.e., prostitution, fraud, larceny, intent to cause harm to a person)
- Conviction of more than two offenses with a combined sentence of more than five years
- Marriage fraud (you could face criminal penalties for marrying someone for the sole purpose of obtaining a green card)
- Falsely representing yourself as a U.S. Citizen
- Unlawful entry into the U.S.
- Conviction of possessing 30 grams or less of marijuana
- Receiving benefits by pretending to be a U.S. citizen
How to Protect Yourself from Deportation
If you are facing deportation, the first thing you should do is contact a Miami immigration lawyer as soon as possible. Depending on your situation, we may use the following as a deportation defense:
- Adjustment of status
- Marriage
- Cancellation of removal
- Political asylum
- DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)
What to Do When Detained by ICE
If you have a loved one that has been detained by ICE, time is of the essence, and it’s critical to know where your loved one is being held. If you do not know their whereabouts, you can visit the ICE detainee locator website. Having the following information can increase your chances of locating them:
- Name (you may need to try different names and spellings to find them)
- Alien number if available
- Date of birth
- Country of origin
Contact Our Miami Immigration Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one is facing deportation, unfortunately, time is not on your side. Immigration laws are incredibly complicated, and attempting to take on a deportation case without the assistance of an immigration attorney will be detrimental to your case.
Contact Revilla Law Firm, P.A. at (305) 858-2323 today to learn more about how we can assist you with your deportation case.