What is Parole in Place? Parole in Place is a status that is available for undocumented spouses, children, or parents of a military member, those in the reserves, and even veterans. Parole in Place allows the undocumented family members to legally … [Read more...]
UPDATE ON U.S. v. TEXAS – DAPA and EXTENDED DACA
On Monday, April 18, 2016 the Supreme Court heard the oral arguments in the case of U.S. v. Texas, in which President Obama’s executive order is being challenged as over stepping his Executive authority. Although speculations arose after the release … [Read more...]
Obama Executive Order
I am continuing to monitor the new Obama Executive order. Yesterday, the House of Representatives voted 236-191 to approve legislation that approved funding for the Department of Homeland Security until the end of the budget year. However, they also … [Read more...]
Obama Executive-Expanded Deferred Action
Here is the latest update on the Obama Executive. There are two new programs that he is offering that will affect the most people. He has expanded his deferred action program that he started in 2012. He is also allowing parents of U.S. citizen or … [Read more...]
The latest on what Obama might do in regards to the immigration system
Here is the latest on what Obama might do in regards to the immigration system. The plan for the executive action could be announced as early as November 21st. However, it could be delayed a few days after that depending on white house approval. No … [Read more...]
Significant Misdemeanors & Immigration
By Michael Spychalski To be eligible for deferred action, participants cannot have been convicted of a felony offense, a significant misdemeanor, or multiple 3 or more non-significant misdemeanors. Also, participants cannot otherwise pose a threat … [Read more...]
DREAM Act Fails Again
by Michael J. Spychalski I know a number of people were watching the DREAM Act vote very closely, but I doubt a lot of people know what D.R.E.A.M. stands for. It stands for Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors. The Act passed in the … [Read more...]
Texas Drug Convictions and their Immigration Consequences
Any Texas drug conviction carries very harsh consequences for Immigration purposes. A conviction for a drug conviction makes you inadmissible to the United States for both entry and permanent residency. Moreover, it also makes you … [Read more...]
The Most Common Nonimmigrant Visa — B1/B2 Visa
The most common nonimmigrant visa is the B1/B2 visa. Many people refer to it as the visitor for Business (B1) or tourist visa (B2). There is a distinct difference between the two. The business visitor may 1) conduct negotiations, 2) solicit sales or … [Read more...]
U Visa for Victims of Crimes
The U visa is designed for noncitizen crime victims who have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse flowing from criminal activity and who have cooperated with government officials investigating or prosecuting such criminal activity. To … [Read more...]