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Detained by Immigration in San Diego? Here’s what you should do.

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="blog-col" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] Detained Immigrant’s Rights. What to do when you are detained by Immigration in San Diego? With tensions running high in the United States right now, it is not unlikely that you as an immigrant could possibly be detained by immigration in San Diego. The important thing to remember is that in this country you have certain rights available to you under the immigration laws of the United States. A lot of how you are treated and what rights are available to you may depend on where you are detained. For instance, if you...

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U Visa for Victims of Crime

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="blog-col" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] The U visa: help for non-citizen victims of crime A U visa or U non-immigrant status is sometimes issued to people who are not United States citizens or permanent residents, but who have been fatalities of certain crimes committed on US territory. The Cruz law is here to assist in acquiring a U Visa for victims of crime. This means in effect that a person who is a proven victim may be able to change their immigration status by applying for a U visa. Lawful status Holders of a U visa have four years of lawful...

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The Dream Act: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="blog-col" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] The Dream Act: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals The current Deferred Action for babyhood entrance (DACA) program applies to illegal immigrants who entered the US (United States) previous to their 16th birthday and before 15 June 2007, and allows them to receive a three-year exemption from having to leave the country, along with the possibility of being granted a work permit. President Obama launched this policy in June 2012, and the new executive action announced by the president late in November expands upon the existing program. Continue Reading about The Dream Act: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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The Way to a U Visa – Am I Eligible for a U Visa?

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="blog-col" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] Being the victim of a crime is devastating and nothing should stand in your way to help law enforcement to bring the person responsible to justice. For this reason, Congress enacted legislation to help immigrants who were the victims of certain qualifying crimes. A U visa allows immigrant victims of crimes to legally live and work in the U.S. for up to four years. Furthermore, after living in the U.S. on a U visa for three years, it is possible to apply for a green card. Maybe you are asking now, Am...

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The Dream Act – Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Juvenile Records

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="blog-col" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] What is the Dream Act? On June 15, 2012, President Barack Obama signed a memo calling for deferred action for undocumented individuals who came to the United States as children, who meet several guidelines, and have pursued education or military service. The law is commonly referred to as “The Dream Act,” and those who qualify or apply are referred to as “Dreamers.” Deferred Action status allows an individual to apply for a work permit (employment authorization) for a two-year period. Deferred Action does not provide lawful status. Individuals who meet the following requirements can apply...

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Clearing a San Diego County Arrest Warrant or Bench Warrant

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="left-colm" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] Clearing a San Diego County Arrest Warrant or Bench Warrant You’ve been issued an arrest warrant or bench warrant, what should you do next? At The Cruz Law Office, we can assist you in clearing your arrest warrant before you are arrested and put in jail. The worst thing you can do is ignore the arrest warrant and risk losing your freedom. If there is an arrest warrant against you, any law enforcement contact will result in your immediate detention. The longer you wait to clear your arrest warrant, the greater the risk...

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What to Expect at Immigration Court

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San Diego Immigration Court, How Can I Apply for a U Visa?

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="left-colm" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] What is immigration court in San Diego like? San Diego Immigration Court is a specialized tribunal that adjudicates removal or deportation cases. These proceedings are civil in nature and can either take place within a major city where immigration judges hear cases for non-detained immigrants or within an immigration detention center. There are three parties present in immigration court: the immigration judge, the attorney for the Department of Homeland Security, and the immigrant. The immigration judge represented the Executive Office of Immigration Review which is under the Department of Justice. The attorney for the...

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The Way to a U Visa – How Can I Apply for a U Visa?

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="left-colm" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"]Being the victim of a crime is devastating and nothing should stand in your way to help law enforcement to bring the person responsible to justice. For this reason, Congress enacted legislation to help immigrants who were the victims of certain qualifying crimes. A U visa allows immigrant victims of crimes to legally live and work in the U.S. for up to four years. Furthermore, after living in the U.S. on a U visa for three years, it is possible to apply for a green card. The following information will help you to...

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Can a U.S. Citizen Child Legalize Undocumented Parents in the U.S.?

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column el_id="blog-col" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"]As an immigration attorney in San Diego, CA, I received a number of inquiries from US citizen children who would like to know how to legalize their undocumented parents. The simple answer is it depends. Immigration attorney Narciso Delgado-Cruz explains the circumstances in which a U.S. citizen child can give their undocumented parent, living in the U.S., a green card. This article furthermore provides you with more detailed information on the topic. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o51CdyVU7dc" el_width="60" el_aspect="235" align="center"][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] Children born in the U.S Any child born in the U.S. is entitled to U.S....

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How a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request can help your Immigration Case

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row triangle_shape="no" el_id="custom_row" el_class="cil-row"][vc_column width="2/3" el_id="left-colm" el_class="cil-secn"][vc_column_text el_id="cstm-text_block"] This article explains what a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request is, how it can help your immigration case, and why it is important for you to choose an immigration lawyer that is well informed on FOIA requests. To successfully represent our clients and create the best possible strategy in their specific case, we need to know as much as possible about their immigration and criminal history. It is especially important that we know at least as much as the government agencies know. Frequently Asked Questions about Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) What...

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