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Deferred Action for Parents of U.S. Citizen Children or Lawful Permanent Residents
On November 20, 2014, President Obama announced a series of executive actions intended to decrease illegal immigration at the U.S. border, and to prioritize the deportation of felons rather than families. One initiative announced was deferred action…
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Refugee / Parole Program for Minors in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras
Contributor: Van T. Doan
In recent years, children in Latin America seeking to escape dire conditions in their home countries have undertaken a difficult and dangerous journey to the United States. In order to create a safer option, in December of 2014, the United States is…
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Special Immigrant Juvenile Status: A Change in Maryland Law
Contributor: Van T. Doan
Recent changes to Maryland law that take effect on October 1, 2014, bring state law into alignment with existing federal law, and benefit a population that has often fallen through the cracks: abandoned, neglected, or abused young immigrants between…
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The DACA Renewal Request Process: What You Need to Know and Do
Contributor: Van T. Doan
On June 15, 2012, The U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security announced that certain people who came to the United States as children and who meet particular guidelines may request consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Read furt…
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The Adam Walsh Act and Immigration: What You Need to Know Now
Background of the Adam Walsh Act On July 27, 2006, President George W. Bush signed into law the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006, also known as AWA. Named for a child who was abducted and murdered, the AWA was intended to protect ch…
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The Child Status Protection Act: What happens to "Aged-Out" Beneficiaries Now?
The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) Before the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA), children who were beneficiaries or derivative beneficiaries of family sponsored visa applications often “aged out” and were unable to immigrate as a …
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Important Changes to the N-400 Application for Naturalization
On February 4, 2014, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service released a new N-400 Application for Naturalization form. The old form may still be used until May 5, 2014. After that date, only the new form may be used. Why is the new form…
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Guidance Regarding Renewals of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Background On June 15, 2012, the Obama Administration issued a memorandum regarding younger undocumented immigrants that was put into action by the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. This memorandum directed the United States Citizensh…
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How Will Divorce or Separation Affect My Lawful Status?
Regardless of whether you are in the United States in lawful immigrant or nonimmigrant visa status, a pending divorce or separation may affect your lawful status and future ability to remain in the U.S. in lawful status if your status is derived from…
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5 Things You May Want to Know: I-864 Affidavit of Support
An I-864 Affidavit of Support is required for all individuals who are petitioning for the admission of a family-sponsored immigrant. The affidavit is intended to show that the sponsor has the financial means to support the intending immigrant/benefic…
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Categories: Immigration Law