Legal Question in Immigration Law in Florida

Immigration Procrastination

Florida:- I came to the usa on a visitor's visa 1992 and overstayed, got married to a us citizen in 1995 but did not file until 1998, two years later we were separated and eventually got divorced in december of 2001 without filing to remove the condition for residency. Now I am faced to file on my own. During our 6 year marriage there was some Domestic disputes with resulted in me being charged with domestic violence, which I got probation. What do you suggest?


Asked on 3/06/02, 11:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Richard Alvoid Richard Alvoid, PA

Re: Immigration Procrastination

You are probably aware that you must file to remove the conditions during the 90 day window beofre the green card expires or, if divorced, at any time prior to the expiration. As for the domestic violence conviction, since it occurred after 1997, you are deportable and might be placed in deportation proceedings. However, there might be hope and your best chance is to have an experienced immigration attorney review the the disposition of the case. There might be an out. Feel free to email me for more questions at [email protected]. Good luck!

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Answered on 3/07/02, 11:49 am


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