LINCOLN-GOLDFINCH LAW – ABOGADOS DE INMIGRACIÓN BLOGS
Read the latest News, Immigration Law Updates & what life in general awaits for you as a United States immigrant.
Can You Visit A Loved One In Immigration Detention?
Preview: You can visit someone in immigration detention, but strict rules apply regarding ID, scheduling, dress code, and conduct. Each facility has its own schedule and process; most require pre-approved visitors and government-issued photo [...]
What Happens To Migrant Children After They Are Detained?
Key Notes: When migrant children are detained at the U.S. border, they are placed in government custody and then typically transferred to family members, vetted sponsors, or foster care. Their journey doesn't end there. [...]
What Crimes Can Get A Green Card Holder Deported?
Quick Recap: Deportation of green card holders can happen for certain crimes, including aggravated felonies and offenses involving moral turpitude, and can leave you deported from the U.S. These charges can affect future immigration [...]
What You Need To Know About The 48-Hour ICE Detainer Rule
Highlights: An ICE detainer is a request, not a warrant, asking local jails to hold someone up to 48 hours after they should be released. The 48-hour rule starts once the person’s criminal case [...]
Can Gender Identity Persecution Victims Seek U.S. Asylum?
Key Points: Victims of gender identity persecution can seek asylum in the U.S. You must show fear of harm in your home country due to your gender identity. Documentation, personal statements, and legal help [...]
Public Charge: Will It Affect Your Immigration Application?
TL;DR: The public charge rule applies to certain green card and visa applicants. It assesses whether you’re likely to depend on government support. Many immigrants are exempt, including asylum seekers and VAWA applicants. Strong [...]
What Rights Do Detained Immigrants Have In The U.S.?
Summary: Detained immigrants in the U.S. still have rights, despite common myths. These include medical care, access to legal counsel, bond hearings, and grievance processes. Even without a public defender, immigrants can hire a [...]
How Long Do Immigrants Stay In Detention Centers?
Key Points: There’s no fixed length of stay in immigration detention; it can last days, weeks, or even years. Detention timelines depend on legal status, criminal history, asylum claims, and court backlogs. Prolonged detention [...]
How To Find Out If Someone Is Detained By Immigration
TL;DR: Families worried that a loved one has been detained by ICE can use the Online Detainee Locator System (ODLS) to check custody status. You'll need the person’s full name and date of birth—or [...]
Importance Of VAWA Immigration For Abused Victims
Quick Recap: VAWA allows immigrants facing abuse by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member to apply for lawful status independently. It protects all genders, doesn’t require a police report, and can lead [...]
