How long can they keep my car awaiting a search warrant, if all occupants in the car were never charged.

They must complete the search within a reasonable time. THis seems like rather extreme action for just the smell of burnt marijuana. You need to...

How to answer "Have you ever been convicted of a crime?"

None of the offenses you mention are crimes.

That is a difficult question because the answer is not clear. In NJ, DWI is considered "quasi-criminal." If the question is limited to criminal...

How can a cuban refugee that has a record get his green card? his record is not drug related...I was told he needed a waiver?

Much more information is necessary. What is the conviction for? Is he otherwise eligible for a green card? Speak with an immigration lawyer.

Do I have a chance to get my arrest record ex-sponged?

More information is necessary. It depends what was sold, what degree crime and what has happened in the last twenty years. It is not automatic for...

Some1 I know has been summoned via mail to MC: theft 2C: 20-4A over $1k. They need a court lawyer. What is the procedure?

As a non citizen, he really needs a lawyer who understands immigration law. A second theft conviction will result in loss of the green card and...

Some1 I knw has been sent a summons to appear in MC for Theft of over 1k$. What is the procedure?

The process is to get a lawyer. Private lawyer would be best. If not, a public defender. On a second offense at that value, courts are not going to...

How could he be working and going to school if he is in prison? 85% normally means he is not eligible for parole until he serves the 85%.

I am on a student visa. If i get marry a girl with green card how long its gonna take me to get a green card??

If you remain in status and marry a green card holder, you could adjust status immediately (within 4 months in NJ). However, you question raises a...

Docs needed for change of Visa status from F1 to L2 while currently staying in the USA.

If your husband is an L1, why would he can't be working on OPT. He is either an L1 or on OPT. I'd suggest consulting with an immigration lawyer to...