In County Jail and Immigration HOld

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   Christian Schmidt

   San Francisco Immigration Attorney

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   Answered October 06, 2011 18:43. It is always worth consulting with an immigration attorney under those circumstances. He will definitely have his day in immigration court if he wants it. He is most likely bond eligible. Whether he can remain in the US depends on several factors that cannot be discussed here.
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   C. C. Abbott

   Fort Myers Immigration Attorney

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   Answered October 06, 2011 18:48. Immigration law and criminal law examines the same events and adjudications in different context. A sentence of time served is still considered an adjudication of guilt for immigration purposes. I agree with my colleague that he should contact an experienced immigration attorney who can examine the facts of his case and provide a legal opinion. If he has not been sentenced yet, I would suggest he contact an immigrationa ttorney asap so the immigration consequences can be reviewed.

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   Richard Alton

   Fort Lauderdale Immigration Attorney

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   Answered October 07, 2011 07:50. I agree with my colleagues, do not take any chances on your friend trying to escape this on his own. He should consult with a qualified immigration attorney.

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