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Is there a possibility for an illegal immigrant to become a resident after living in the US for more than ten years?
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Answered on January 19, 2011
Depending on other factors, you may be eligible for cancellation of removal. The problem with this is you must be in removal proceedings and...
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Can my Citizenship Application be denied for a Misdemeanor ?
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Answered on January 19, 2011
The facts of your case, not just the conviction, could become relevant and can be discussed in your paperwork and your interview. While such a...
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I got charged with NJS 2C:11B(1) I SHOPLIFTED items equaling $18.60. what am i looking at?
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Answered on January 19, 2011
That is a disorderly persons offense (similar to a misdemeanor) that will be heard in the municipal court of the town where the items were...
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Green card Holder : Options for Spouse to immigrate
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Answered on January 19, 2011
If you apply for her immigrant visa as a permanent resident, depending what country you are from, the wait for a current priority date is several...
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How soon can a new immigrant of the US can travel back to his own country?
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Answered on January 19, 2011
If you are a green card holder and you leave for more than 180 days you are subject to a presumption that you are abandoning your residence. You...
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Can I petition my wife for an adjustment of status although she has over stayed her time in the U.S.?
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Answered on January 18, 2011
This depends on your status and how she entered the U.S. If you are a U.S. citizen and she arrived here lawfully you will be able to petition for...
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Can I file a Post Conviction Relief (PCR) to vacat a prior DWI conviction in which I was represented by an attorney?
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Answered on January 18, 2011
You can file a PCR for a DWI based on ineffective assistance of counsel. It is a difficult motion to win because the legal standard give the trial...
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Shoplifting fine?
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Answered on January 18, 2011
The fine is likely a civil demand for payment of the value of the stolen goods and an additional fine. Usually, a civil demand is made and agreed...
How long does the police have to send you a ticket violation in the mail in New Jersey for running a red light on camera?
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Answered on January 18, 2011
They have 90 days from the date of violation to send you a ticket. The statute, NJS 39:5-3 makes the owner of the car jointly liable for any fines...
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Wrongful gang unit placement in bergen county jail
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Answered on January 17, 2011
Your best option is to get in touch with your brother in law's lawyer. If you cannot get through on the phone, maybe you can make an appointment to...