Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

A citizen who wants to marry illegal girlfriend

I heard that since she came here on a visa, and was molested by her father at a young age (the father has not been brought to justice eight years later), that she in fact does not have to leave the country. Is that true?


Asked on 9/27/07, 7:25 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Cho Law Offices of Michael Cho

Re: A citizen who wants to marry illegal girlfriend

If your girlfriend entered the country on a valid visa and merely overstayed, then marriage to a US citizen would allow her to adjust to lawful permanent residence regardless of any abuse that may have occurred in her past.

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Answered on 9/29/07, 3:14 am
Amy Ghosh Law Offices of Amy Ghosh

Re: A citizen who wants to marry illegal girlfriend

Since she came with a visa ...she can adjust her status in the us. Molestation is irrelevant.

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Answered on 11/07/07, 10:03 pm


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