Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Differences Between Criminal Courts And Immigration Courts In The United States
There are certain protections afforded to those that are charged with criminal violations under the United States constitution. This is true for both citizens of the country and noncitizens. But by contrast, a noncitizen who finds themselves in U.S. immigration court who simply violated immigration laws do not tend to get such benefits of… Read More »
How Criminal Charges Can Affect A Green Card Holder’s Status
If you are the current owner of a green card, congratulations. You have made it through a process that can be quite arduous. Though, if you had a misstep and got caught up in the criminal justice system in the United States, you could potentially jeopardize your ability to keep your green card and… Read More »
Temporary Protected Status Extended For Some Venezuelans In The United States
There is some good news for Venezuelans who currently reside in the United States that are under temporary protected status (TPS). The protections for this group have been extended for another 18 months. According to a news release from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), this extension will take place starting from… Read More »
6 Deportation Defense Strategies
If you are facing deportation in Georgia, you may be feeling much duress and may even be scared about what can happen when you go to court. The thought of being deported out of the United States can be an extremely distressing one, and understandably so. For more information on how to defend against… Read More »
Is An F-1 Student Visa Right For You?
The F-1 Visa is a means to allow students from other countries to live in the United States temporarily so they can go to study at school, college, or other educational institutions. To study in the United States for those individuals that are not citizens or hold a green card, the F-1 Visa process… Read More »
10 Situations Where A U.S. Immigration Lawyer Is Necessary
If you are wondering about your legal status and objectives while staying in the United States it is likely you need the help of an immigration lawyer. The complexity of the United States Immigration system and its laws are vast. But, an immigration attorney that specializes and is trained in these matters can both… Read More »
Report Shows ICE Runs A Massive Surveillance Program On Adults In The United States
Being targeted for deportation is a stressful and trying situation to be in. And, if you or someone you love has been in this position before, you know exactly how difficult it can be. Being in the country illegally can be nerve-wracking especially when there is talk of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents around… Read More »
What Is Marriage Fraud?
Fake marriages are illegal. And what’s more, individuals that engage in fraud and try to use a fake marriage to get into the United States make it that more difficult for those that are truly legitimately in love from being able to be happy and be together living in the country. Trying to evade… Read More »
Is Naturalization A Difficult Process?
If you have been wanting the American dream for yourself and your family, you are not alone. Every year, thousands of people are naturalized. According to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), there have been more than seven million individuals becoming naturalized citizens just in the last decade alone. When a person is naturalized… Read More »
Lawful Vs. Conditional Permanent Residents
If you are beginning to explore U.S. immigration options or are starting to familiarize yourself with the process, you may have questions about some of the different terminology. There are many different options available for those who wish to emigrate to the United States as well as for those who are already here. Getting… Read More »