Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

My boyfriend of 16 yrs is about to go to prison for re-entry. Us marshall came to our house and arrested him. He had a green card but was stripped of it in 2001 for growing 3 pot plants. I was willing to move to mexico with until 4 days ago when we found out his uncle was kidnapped. I am not putting my kids in that kind of danger. I don't know why he was kidnapped and it really doesn't matter I WILL NOT TAKE ANY RISKS WITH MY CHILDRENS LIVES.So my question is this where do I start who do I write to or call to start asking for permission for him to stay here with us. We are US citizens and would like to keep our family together safely. He is sentenced to 18months and has been there for 5 already Please help us. We will be so grateful

sincerely

A desperate women


Asked on 7/22/10, 3:16 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Brian D. Lerner Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, A Professional Corporation

Hello:

First, before you can directly ask him to stay, the criminal matter must be taken care of. The U.S. Immigration laws are very strict. In this particular case, the past crime is preventing you from going forward with obtaining any immigration benefits. In fact, in a deportation in this type of matter, it could very well result in deportation for life without any possibility of coming back. It is never easy to obtain criminal relief, but it is the only realistic chance that exists. We file the necessary paperwork in order to try to get the conviction vacated or reduced so that it is not an aggravated felony.

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Answered on 7/22/10, 8:06 am
Charles Medina Law Office of Charles Medina

The immigration attorney would have to review the criminal conviction first before seeking any possible relief on your boyfriend's case. We suggest you to consult with an immigration attorney.

You may visit our website at www.medinalawgroup.net. Our telephone number is 714-786-6835 and email is [email protected]. Thank you.

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Answered on 7/22/10, 8:09 am


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