Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

Removal because of a criminal act

This person was arrtested, served his time, and probation and now they wnat to remove him because of his criminal act, which was depositing fraudulent checks into a bank. It totaled under $8000. Is there a defense to this because it was under a certain amount, to keep him here?


Asked on 11/27/03, 7:31 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Albert Van-Lare The Law Office of Albert Van-Lare

Re: Removal because of a criminal act

It is not so much a defense but a relief that will enable him continue to remain in the US and avoid deportation.

If this is his only offense he can avoid deportation.

If the offense involved more than $10,000 then it is a REAL problem.

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Answered on 11/27/03, 8:06 pm


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