Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

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You need to know that domestic violence convictions, crimes of violence and certain other crimes you might be convicted of are very damaging to immigration status. Even if you never live in the U.S. again after your visa expires, this conviction could haunt you in the rest of your life for reasons having nothing to do with immigration. Your criminal attorney absolutely should speak with immigration counsel to understand the immigration consequences of whatever conviction you get. All too often criminal attorneys don't fully understand this and end up with their clients very surprised sometimes years later for errors they make in agreeing to plea bargain that is damaging. Have your criminal attorney work with immigration counsel to figure this out such that you have as many choices for future life wherever you live.

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Sincerely,

Alice Yardum-Hunter, Certified Specialist, Immigration & Nationality Law

State Bar of CA, Bd. of Legal Specialization

If you are convicted a crime involving moral turpitude, this is the ground for deportation. We suggest you to consult with an immigration attorney to find out what is the solution.

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Hello:

This answer supplements all of the answers above. You should consult an immigration attorney who will be able to review your situation, the record in front of the court and whatever your criminal attorney or public defender has. Afterwards, the immigration attorney can make recommendations as to what you should or should not plead guilty to. It is not in your interest to just get a lower sentence if you only end up being deported or inadmissible for years to come.