Whenever a family of immigrants lives in the United States and works for decades, they typically rely on each other for support -- just like any other family does when they live in close proximity. However, if anyone in that immigrant family has faced any kind of...
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Year: 2014
Being married to a U.S. citizen does not halt deportation
Many people believe that if they marry a United States citizen, any risk of being deported is no longer an issue they need to worry about. However, immigration law changes in 1996 meant that even if someone was married to a U.S. citizen, they may still face...
Changing deportation laws put veterans in a bind
Whenever someone enlists to serve in the military, his or her immigration status may impact what can happen afterward. Typically, if someone serves and is categorized as a legal resident, he or she may not expect that deportation can occur. However, in 1996, it became...
Man pleads not guilty to immigration law violations
The process of entering the country can be long and complicated. Whether someone is granted asylum or granted a permanent resident card can hinge on their activities in their home country, namely if there are any criminal activities to be concerned with. Recently, a...
Report finds deportation reasons differ by region
Even though federal laws and regulations are supposed to dictate how deportations are handled and why someone is subject to deportation, a recent report highlights how it is handled differently in various parts of the country. Currently, a record number of foreigners...
Email scam targets those seeking a green card
Whenever someone is awaiting word or notification regarding their immigration status, the wait may seem like forever, and the timeline may be confusing. That wait may make some people in Maryland vulnerable to scams or misinformation. Recently, the U.S. Department of...
Teen may have to face deportation over drug arrest
Whenever there appears to be drug use or a drug problem in a school, authorities may investigate and pinpoint students who could be bringing the drugs into the school. Recently, a high school girl found herself under arrest for drugs, and she may now also be dealing...
Illegal methods of obtaining green card lead to convictions
The process of obtaining a green card can be time-consuming and require a great deal of patience, perseverance and paperwork. While there may be the temptation to cut corners or take any action deemed necessary to secure legal status, any actions to acquire a green...
Family fights to save young man from deportation
The children of undocumented immigrants have unique challenges as they grow up in the United States. By being children when they arrived in the U.S., it makes it difficult to hold them accountable for being brought here illegally by parents, yet the law currently sees...
Groups passionate about immigration law turn up heat
More and more groups are making news and making waves as they become vocal advocates for immigration reform. The topic of immigration law reforms has been on the table for some time and these collective groups and individuals are engaging in movements all around the...