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Christine Swenson's Answers (316)

Immigration Lawyer

Practice Areas: Immigration

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My grandmother arrived to usa on tourist visa but did not received I-94 this time she only got a DHS stamp with entry exit date.

Christine's answer | Answered on May 26, 2013

No, you shouldn't be worried. This spring Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have been automating their I-94 system. The process was implemented...

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My boyfriend is in costocy and is an illigal immigrant can we still get married to aviod his deportation?

Christine's answer | Answered on May 26, 2013

It is likely possible but, honestly, we need more information. I'd recommend you contact an immigration attorney for a consult. There are lots of...

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What exactly shows on a background check from the Department of Justice after completing deferred prosecution for petty theft?

Christine's answer | Answered on May 25, 2013

In addition to Mr. Chappell's response, I have a comment or two. If you were arrested and booked, then that will likely still show up on your...

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Is it difficult to obtain a US tourist visa for my Mexican spouse?

Christine's answer | Answered on May 25, 2013

Obtaining the tourist visa is actually the easier part. The issue will come when he reaches the border for inspection. Customs & Border Patrol...

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Deferred judgement for a year on Trespass.

Christine's answer | Answered on May 25, 2013

There is not enough information here to provide a useful response. I strongly recommend contacting an AILA-member immigration attorney for a...

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I want to know if I would be eligible for citizenship if I got charged with disorderly conduct in Oct2010.

Christine's answer | Answered on May 25, 2013

One of the difficult things about immigration law is how unique everyone's case is. There are six different ways to commit Disorderly Conduct in...

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