Zero tolerance policy. Parents separated from children. Tales of maltreatment in detention centers. More than likely, most undocumented immigrants worry about at least one of these things. Yet, they take the risk for a better life. But, what happens if they are picked up? Is it possible to obtain release on an immigration bond? If Read more about What are Your Chances of Securing an Immigration Bond?[…]
Even one day sitting in a detention center may seem like an eternity. It’s bad enough that your fate is so uncertain. Truth be told, immigration cases are backlogged. For all you know, it may be a very long time before you even get to plead your defense against deportation. In some ways, there’s a Read more about Immigration Case Backlog: What You Need to Know[…]
These are scary times. You might figure that a green card is your ticket to security. After all, it means you are a legal resident. Truth be told, you could still find yourself in a detention center. Worse yet? There’s a chance you could be deported. More than likely, you already know how hard it Read more about The Bottom Line is a Green Card Doesn’t Stop You from Detention[…]
The numbers might startle you. Every twenty minutes someone is injured as a result of an encounter with an intimate partner. The act of domestic violence may be from a spouse, sister, brother or child. While the numbers continue to rise nationally – there’s an interesting statistic when it comes to undocumented immigrants. For some Read more about Why Undocumented Immigrants Don’t Report Domestic Violence[…]
It’s a story that defies human decency. Unfortunately, it may be something that you know about first hand. Parents and children are being separated at the border. Dreams of a new life are not only shattered – but seem hopeless. Yet, this is the plight of many who come to the states – often carting Read more about Parents and Children Separated at the Border: What Now?[…]
When you’re essentially part of an underground network as an undocumented immigrant, trust is critical. You may talk to others in your position and seek help. In fact, when someone refers you to a notario publico who promises to file the paperwork making your stay legal in the United States, you are elated. It isn’t Read more about Notario Fraud Exposed: What You Should Know[…]
It’s something you might already know. More people live in Harris County than any other Texas county. Truth be told, Harris County is the third most populated county in the whole United States. Its inhabitants come from many places, including those who are in the country illegally. The latter is viewed as a problem for Read more about Immigration-Related Arrests Up in Harris County[…]
It was one of the hardest decisions you ever made for you and your family. However, your future was perilous in your native country. You faced persecution each and every day. You were, therefore, determined to find a more peaceful existence. It was under a year ago that you were able to come to the Read more about The Waiting Game: What Happens if You Are Denied Asylum?[…]
No doubt you’ve heard about the proposed changes to the census. As an undocumented immigrant, you are most likely worried. As far as you’re concerned, you want as little to do with the government as possible. In fact, you’re afraid that this might just represent a quick means to deportation. In the meantime, you’re not Read more about Proposed Changes to the Census: Should They Worry You?[…]
If you’re like many undocumented immigrants, you may be afraid to even look at the news. Actually, the same may be true if you have a green card or are protected under DACA. All things considered, you are not alone in your fears. Now, you even have to be worried about the prospect of indefinite Read more about Indefinite Detention? Should You be Worried?[…]