Criminal Conviction and Your Immigration Status
Immigration Consequences of a Criminal Conviction
Being convicted of a criminal offense can have severe consequences in relation to your immigrant status. United States law is very strict regarding which offenses can result in deportation or exclusion from the U.S. and in many cases the court has no discretion on whether or not this will be part of the penalty for conviction. This may be the case despite mitigating circumstances of the crime for which you were convicted or the effect deportation would have on your family. It is vital you are represented by an experienced Queens immigration lawyer, who can fight for you when your future is on the line.
Certain criminal convictions, such as an aggravated felony, multiple misdemeanors, or crimes of
moral turpitude, can have numerous adverse immigration effects, including:
- Cancellation of permanent residency and deportation
- Inability to achieve suspension or cancellation of removal
- Ineligibility for permanent residency or naturalization
- Refusal of recognized good moral character - a requirement for citizenship and immigration court relief
- Denial of asylum
- Suspension of your right to voluntary departure
- Permanent exclusion from the United States
Queens Immigration Attorney
Having a seasoned attorney fighting for your rights when you have been accused of a crime is essential if you wish to protect your right to live in the United States. When you are represented by Musa-Obregon & Associates, you will receive compassionate advice and hard-hitting defense of your charges. Our legal team will seek a reduction and removal of criminal charges wherever possible, and develop a strategic approach designed to help you avoid conviction. Our 50 years of combined experience gives us great insight into how best to help you and your family.
Contact a Queens immigration attorneyfor help defending your criminal case as well as its potential effect on your immigration status.