What are the chances for an 18 year old not to be sent to prison for being arrested for selling marijuana?

Prison is unlikely on a first offense, but there are many other serious consequences. The best advice is to hire a lawyer. The sooner the better.

Affidavit of support to sponsor father inlaw

The instructions address who must file the affidavit of support and how. The petitioner must be the sponsor. Spouses are included in that. Read the...

Applying for US passport -

The name change document is a part of your certificate of naturalization. They should be together at all time.

Is H1 to L1 visa conversion possible while working in us and what are the rules for it?

It's hard to imagine how you could qualify for an l1 if you are currently in h1 status.

Caught with possession of .5 grams of marijuana, as a dream act student who had already a misdemeanor . what will happen ?

Depends on what your prior conviction is for, but you've definitely put yourself in a very bad position. Hire a criminal defense lawyer who also...

Can the state of new jersey still convict me with dangering the welfare of a minor aggravated assault and weapon possesion

Yes. If they have evidence other than your son's testimony or if they can convince your son to testify against you. I hope you have a lawyer. If...

I485 and I601 reopened for reconsideration

There is really no predicting how long it will take. I would be more concerned with what you can do to obtain an approval or a new interview. To...

I was arrested on 7/11/2011 for shoplifting for $170. Did community service and took a class. The charges were dismissed on 2012

It appears you completed an ACD in NYC, which means the charges were, in fact, dismissed and you do not have a conviction that would prevent...

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CAN I APPLY FOR OPT AND H1B BOTH?

Yes, it is possible to do both petitions.

What does a startup need to show in order to be able to sponsor greencard for its employee?

The company needs to hire an immigration lawyer. There is no way to complete the process successfully without one.