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The special consequences facing immigrants with criminal charges

Posted on March 25th, 2015

Whether you are in this country with proper documentation or without the proper documentation (sometimes incorrectly referred to as “illegal”) there are significant collateral consequences facing any non-U.S. citizen who is charged with a crime. The possible consequences are complicated and vary depending on one’s exact immigration status. Whether one holds a green card, student visa, or has no papers, can make a big difference. Depending on your status, the length (more…)