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Immigration

Deportation

Increase your chances of preventing deportation by learning the most common causes of deportation, typical forms of relief, and how the removal process works.

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Legal Guides

What is Deportation?

Written by attorney Kamal Nawash.

ARE YOU FACING DEPORTATION?. Deportation of immigrants may result as a consequence for entering the United States illegally. You can also be deported if you have committed a serious crime. Once... more
ICE Holds Explained

Written by attorney John Kaman.

I've Got an ICE Hold and Can't Bail Out. What Is It?. ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) is the agency that replaced the INS. ICE agents regularly sweep county jails looking for inmates who... more
A Guide for Immigrants in Detention

Written by attorney Isaul Verdin.

Stay Calm.. Whatever the circumstances may be, if DHS detains you, you must stay calm. You must not speak to the DHS officers about any criminal offense you may have committed nor discuss any... more
Immigration Bonds 101

Written by attorney Jeremiah Williams. STAFF PICK

Overview. If you or your loved one is detained by the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), a branch of the USCIS, it can be possible for an immigration bond to be posted to gain... more
How to Avoid an ICE Arrest in Your Home and Sudden Deportation

Written by attorney Sophie Alcorn. STAFF PICK

Buy a hotel lock for your front door. If you have a hotel lock, if ICE knocks on your door, you can ask to see the warrant, without letting them in.
The Top Ten Reasons Why Lawful Permanent Residents Get Sent to Immigration Court

Written by attorney Kevin Dixler.

An Aggravated Felony for Immigration Purposes. If you do the crime, and you end up with time, then it is easier to be denied all relief. This reason is usually the really messy one, but the DHS has... more