Legal Question in Immigration Law in Tennessee

Hello,

I am a full-time (4-years) exchange student from Europe on a F-1 Visa who is graduating in 2 weeks and leaving the United States.

I currently have a court date for a pending simple possession/paraphernalia charge which is my first offense. I was wondering that if I do plead guilty and agree to pay the fine in full if this would have consequences for international travel or me trying to find a job internationally.

The public defender seems as lost as me with this case cuz he never had to deal with the law of nations. My advisor told me to seek assistance by an immigration lawyer but I cannot afford such services.

I would be happy for any advice concerning this matter since I am quite worried about my future


Asked on 11/29/09, 11:10 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Luba Smal Smal Immigration Law Office

You need to consult or hire a good criminal defense lawyer. This is not an area of immigration law. As to immigration consequences, you may want to schedule a paid confidential consultation with a qualified immigration attorney. I am sure you can afford a $100 consultation fee. A US attorney can advise you only in regard to US federal immigration law.

You didn't provide enough factual details about the charges. You should keep in mind that pleading gulity to a drug-related charges could make you inadmissible to USA. You are quite right to be worried about your future.

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Answered on 12/05/09, 2:26 am


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