Category Archives: Deportation
How is a Notice to Appear Served?
A Notice to Appear (NTA) is a charging document. If you or your loved one has received one, it means that the government is initiating removal proceedings. You need to be prepared to proactively respond to an NTA. This raises an important question: How is a Notice to Appear served? The short answer is… Read More »
Deportation Defense: Myths and Misconceptions About Voluntary Departure
Facing deportation? It is normal to feel stressed out, even overwhelmed. Voluntary departure is one potential option to address the issue. However, voluntary departure cases can be confusing. It is a big step that carries very big consequences. You need to fully understand your options. At Escobar Law Offices, we have the immigration law… Read More »
Can I Apply for Asylum as a Defense Against Deportation in Virginia?
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) explains that asylum is a specialized form of immigration protection to people who are entering (or in) the country and who have a credible fear of persecution. Asylum can sometimes be raised as a defense against deportation. Within this article, our Annandale deportation defense attorney explains the… Read More »
If I am a Green Card Holder, Can I Be Deported if I am Arrested?
Are you a lawful permanent resident (green card holder)? If so, it is important to understand that being arrested and charged with a crime could have implications for your immigration status. Under United States immigration law (8 U.S.C. ยง 1227), certain crimes can make a person subject to deportation, even if they have a… Read More »
Will the Government Provide a Deportation Defense Lawyer?
The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects your rights to an attorney. You have the right to hire a lawyer and, if you cannot afford one, counsel will be provided to you by the government. However, that amendment only applies to criminal law matters. A deportation hearing is an administrative issue…. Read More »
When Do You Actually Raise a Deportation Defense?
Facing removal from the United States? You have the right to raise a defense. This raises an important question: At what point in the removal process do you actually raise a defense? At Escobar Law Offices, we have deep experience with these cases. Here, our Virginia deportation defense attorney explains the key things you… Read More »
How Does Adjustment of Status Work as a Defense Against Deportation?
Are you or a loved one facing removal from the United States? As stressful and frustrating as it can be, it is important to remember that you still have options available. You can raise a defense against deportation if you act in a timely manner. An adjustment of status is one potential defense option…. Read More »
Effective Strategies to Stop Deportation
Facing deportation can be an overwhelming and frightening experience. However, it’s crucial to remember that there are legal strategies available that can prevent this drastic measure. Legal Strategies One of the first steps in preventing deportation is understanding your rights. One potential strategy involves contesting the validity of the Notice to Appear – the… Read More »
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